An extract derived from a Terminaliaferdinandiana ( T. ferdinandiana ) leaf or a composition containing said extract as an antimicrobial agent for preserving or extending the shelf life or shelf life of perishable animal and / or plant based products. Optionally, the extract may comprise T. ferdinandiana fruit extract. The leaf extract may be a methanol, aqueous, ethyl acetate, alcohol, chloroform or hexane extract. The composition may be an antimicrobial agent for perishable animal and / or vegetable products, for example human or animal foods. In addition, a method of providing a food preparation surfaces, food preparation tools or instruments, methods to inhibit or control the growth of bacteria on the interior or exterior surface of the food packaging or food, and comprising applying a bacteria Termini minal Ria Pere dinanApplying the composition containing the extract of the Diana ( T. ferdinandiana ) leaf by dipping or soaking.
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