The coating is not only completely edible; it can also extend the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables, while minimizing environmental impacts. Cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) are cellulose-based ...
Also, we observed a significant reduction in dehydration, discoloration, and mass loss of the stored fruits when the coating was applied. This indicates shelf life extension and freshness retention." ...
Researchers at Chungnam National University in South Korea have developed an edible biofilm that can extend the shelf life of fruit. The natural polysaccharide-based edible coating can replace ...
Clove oil, derived from the clove plant, possesses powerful antimicrobial properties. This article explores how incorporating clove oil into natural fruit preservatives significantly extends ...
Also, we observed a significant reduction in dehydration, discoloration, and mass loss of the stored fruits when the coating was applied. This indicates shelf life extension and freshness retention." ...
Commodity crops can be easily stored for years without significant loss in nutritional and caloric value; moreover, the infrastructure for their storage and long-haul movement is well established.