NIR Spectroscopy to Assess Food Adulteration in UBF

Unripe banana flour (UBF), also called green banana flour, has the potential to increase food and nutrition security because of its many health benefits. However, standards to control and regulate food safety and technologies that can be used for quality control of this lucrative product are missing in many countries, allowing adulteration with cheaper and… Continue reading…

Active Packaging: What it is and why it’s important

potato gnocchi sealed package

The way food is purchased and consumed has undergone enormous changes in the last few decades. Consumers demand food that is minimally processed and nutritious with no chemical additives. At both the national and international levels, stringent controls on food are in place to protect consumers’ health. Also, changing retail and distribution methods are making… Continue reading…