Which species of Penicillium produces Roquefort cheese?

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Penicillium roqueforti

Penicillium roqueforti is used for the preparation of blue cheese or roquefort cheese. After curd formation, the spores of this organism are sprinkled on the curd and kept for 60 to 90 days for the aging and ripening of the cheese.

Final answer: Penicillium roqueforti

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