Utilizes convenience and efficiency of 3M™ Petrifilm™ plate platform Proven cost effective tool for detecting yeast and mold Proven as reliable as DRBC and DG-18 spread plate methods, as well as acidified PDA and YGC agar pour plate methods Can be used with both low and high water activity foods Eliminates need for labor intensive, multiple plate spread plate technique Versatility for air, swab or surface contact environmental sampling