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Quality Standardization of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to Reduce Food Waste and Loss

Why is quality standardization of fresh fruit and vegetables important to reduce food waste and loss? Healthy lifestyles drive consumers to increase demand for fresh fruits and vegetables. Fresh fruit […]

How to use Imperfect Fruits and Vegetables to Produce Juice and Smoothies

What are imperfect fruits and vegetables? Imperfect produce refers to food that is non-uniform in shape, color, or texture but is free of any damage that might pose a health […]

Quality Standardization of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables to Reduce Food Waste and Loss

Why is quality standardization of fresh fruit and vegetables important to reduce food waste and loss? Healthy lifestyles drive consumers to increase demand for fresh fruits and vegetables. Fresh fruit […]

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From Waste to Resource: Exploring Circular Solutions for Cocoa Pod Husk

HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence Introduction The global cocoa products market size reached USD 24.5 billion in 2019 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.1% to […]

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Eggshells as a Resource: Transforming Food Waste into Circular Economy Solutions

HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence Eggs stand out as a crucial protein source for humans, boasting a wealth of essential nutrients while remaining cheap and readily available. Their versatile […]

Food Engineering: Shaping a Sustainable Future in the Food Value Chain

Food engineering emerges as a powerful enabler in the quest for a sustainable and delicious future. This field, which combines science, technology, and culinary arts, is pivotal in shaping how […]

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Advanced Storage Practices for Optimal Transportation of Produce

Research Team: HeTa Food Research Centre for Excellence Addressing Food Waste: Implementing Advanced Storage Practices for Optimal Transportation of Produce to Retail Outlets Introduction Food waste is one of the […]

Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Food Waste Reduction for a Greener Tomorrow

As a crucial factor in the complex web of global sustainability, Sustainable Development Goal 12.3 significantly impacts our unwavering quest for a sustainable future. Its main goal is to cut […]

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Food Waste – A Valuable Resource in the Circular Economy

When food is wasted instead of being used for human consumption, we face issues such as food insecurity and malnutrition, loss of natural resources, as well as the expansion of […]

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Microbial Biotechnology for Waste-to-Resource Conversion in Food Systems

As the global population grows, so does the challenge of managing the increasing volume of food-related waste. However, within this challenge lies an opportunity. Microbial biotechnology offers innovative solutions for […]