A review of solar and solar-assisted drying of fresh produce: state of the art, drying kinetics, and product qualities.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.12660
Abstract: BACKGROUND Global demand exists for high-quality fresh produce. Nevertheless, the quality of fresh produce is severely impacted by its perishability due to its high moisture content. Therefore, fresh produces are preserved using artificial dryers (hot-air… read more here.
Keywords: quality; produce; fresh produce; solar drying ... See more keywords
Option pricing and coordination in the fresh produce supply chain with portfolio contracts
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DOI: 10.1007/s10479-016-2167-7
Abstract: This paper studies a fresh produce supply chain that consists of a supplier and a retailer in a newsvendor framework. The supplier is the Stackelberg leader and the retailer is the follower. The retailer can… read more here.
Keywords: chain; produce supply; fresh produce; portfolio contracts ... See more keywords
Eco-labeling in the Fresh Produce Market: Not All Environmentally Friendly Labels Are Equally Valued
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolecon.2018.07.014
Abstract: Previous research indicates that consumers have a higher willingness to pay (WTP) for food products grown using sustainable production methods due to the perceived environmental benefits. Fresh produce can be produced using numerous sustainable methods,… read more here.
Keywords: pay; fresh strawberries; market; fresh produce ... See more keywords
Sources and contamination routes of microbial pathogens to fresh produce during field cultivation: A review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fm.2018.01.003
Abstract: Abstract Foodborne illness resulting from the consumption of contaminated fresh produce is a common phenomenon and has severe effects on human health together with severe economic and social impacts. The implications of foodborne diseases associated… read more here.
Keywords: sources contamination; produce field; fresh produce; contamination ... See more keywords
Effective inhibition of Salmonella Typhimurium in fresh produce by a phage cocktail targeting multiple host receptors.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fm.2018.08.011
Abstract: Salmonella contamination of fresh produce is the primary bacterial cause of a significant number of foodborne outbreaks and infections. Bacteriophages can be used as natural antibacterial agents to control foodborne pathogens. However, the rapid development… read more here.
Keywords: host receptors; phage; phage cocktail; fresh produce ... See more keywords
Contamination of fresh produce sold on the Italian market with Cyclospora cayetanensis and Echinococcus multilocularis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fm.2021.103792
Abstract: To investigate the presence of Cyclospora cayetanensis, Toxoplasma gondii and Echinococcus spp. in fresh produce sold in Italy, 324 locally produced 'ready-to-eat' (RTE) mixed-salad packages belonging to three brands and 324 berries packages (blueberries and… read more here.
Keywords: cyclospora cayetanensis; produce; echinococcus; produce sold ... See more keywords
Microbiological analysis of fresh produce sold at Florida farmers’ markets
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2018.05.030
Abstract: Abstract The number of farmers' markets in the U.S. has increased with the consumer demand for locally grown fresh produce. The popularity of farmer’ markets, however, also raises concern for safety of food sold at… read more here.
Keywords: farmers markets; produce sold; analysis fresh; fresh produce ... See more keywords
Inactivation of bacteria on fresh produce by batch wash ozone sanitation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2019.106747
Abstract: Abstract An estimated 9.4 million illnesses are due to known foodborne pathogens every year. Consumption of fresh produce can be a risk factor for the transmission of foodborne pathogens with the potential for contamination occurring… read more here.
Keywords: fresh produce; produce; batch wash; inactivation ... See more keywords
Modeling and simulation of an active packaging system with moisture adsorption for fresh produce. Application in ‘Hass’ avocado
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2018.07.005
Abstract: Abstract In an active packaging system, the control of moisture condensation can significantly reduce deterioration and loss of shelf life for fresh produce. In this study, an integrated mathematical model is proposed to represent the… read more here.
Keywords: active packaging; adsorption; fresh produce; packaging ... See more keywords
Development and evaluation of a point-of-use UV appliance for fresh produce decontamination.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2020.109024
Abstract: In-house treatment strategy for fresh produce decontamination has not been emphasized as much as industrial washing. The most common treatment for fresh produce decontamination and cleaning at home and other point-of-use places such as cafeteria… read more here.
Keywords: produce decontamination; produce; appliance; treatment ... See more keywords
Treatment of fresh produce water effluents by non-thermal technologies
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2016.12.006
Abstract: Abstract Washing is the traditional technique applied by the fresh produce industry to reduce the bacteria load. However, this method requires a high volume of water and a big challenge for the food industry is… read more here.
Keywords: water; disinfection; treatment; fresh produce ... See more keywords