Microbial profile of cabbage (Brassica oleraceae) sold in markets within Ibadan metropolis

Cabbage is a dietary source of micronutrients, vitamins and fiber, vital for human health. samples this study were obtained from selected markets in Ibadan, Nigeria. Serial dilutions membrane filter techniques used to determine microbial load profile the samples. Appropriate culture media detect presence Fungi Bacteria isolated included; Sclerotinia sp, Fusarium Cladosporium Aspergillus Mucor Alternaria sp Rhizopus sp. Staphylococcus Pseudomonas Xanthomonas Micrococcus Bacillus Erwinia Streptococcus The fungi was highest cabbage collected challenge having 158.0 X 103 cfu/ml, followed by purchased Bodija 67.6 Monatan 63.6 cfu/ml. , Oje 27.0 Gbagi 24.0 bacterial on observed be with 360.0 188.6 171.3 Challenge 133.6 cfu/ml 85.3 Results also showed that Ascetic Acid lowered thus researchers recommend treated 2.5 - 5% acetic acid (vinegar) 5-10 minutes reduce then rinse sterile water before consumption. Enlightenment campaigns are necessary vendors people purchasing consumption dangers not washing selling consuming.