Sodium-benzoate and citrus extract increase the effect of homogenization towards spores of Fusarium oxysporum in pineapple juice

► Spores of Fusarium oxysporum are very resistant to homogenization. ► After 1 day, spores could be inactivated by high concentrations Na-benzoate or citrus extract. ► It is possible to strengthen the effectiveness of homogenization (120 MPa/1 pass) with antimicrobials.