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===Preventing Mold Growth===
* If aging sour beer on whole fruit, use a punch-down tool frequently so that the low pH kills any mold that might be present before it begins to grow. CO2 CO<sup>2</sup> may be helping the fruit to float, and punching-down the fruit will help to release that CO2CO<sup>2</sup>. Homebrewers can gently swirl their carboys to accomplish the same thing. Purging the headspace with CO<sup>2</sup> will also help prevent mold growth.
* Limit oxygen exposure to the beer.
* Use diligent sanitation practices.