Used as a culture medium for the cultivation and enumeration of yeasts and molds in food, dairy, and environmental samples. Supports growth of a wide range of fungi and promotes sporulation and natural pigment production, facilitating the identification of species. Commonly used in quality control testing to assess microbial contamination. Also utilized in pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries for microbiological testing due to its ability to promote mold and yeast development. Suitable for isolation and identification of spoilage organisms in perishable products, as well as for the study and preservation of fungi in microbiology collections.