Modified atmosphere packaging for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables

"Modified atmosphere packaging for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of modern MAP technologies for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Coverage begins with the general MAP concept and application by introducing the concept of MAP, how MAP works for fre...

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Other Authors Brody, Aaron L. (Editor), Zhuang, Hong (Editor), Han, Jung H. (Editor)
Format Book
LanguageEnglish
Published Chichester, West Sussex, UK ; Ames, Iowa : Wiley-Blackwell, 2011
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ISBN9780813812748
Physical Descriptionx, 302 s. : il. ; 26 cm

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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. Introduction.
  • Part 1. Modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 2. Mathematical modeling of modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 3. Respirations and browning discoloration of fresh-cut produce in modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 4. Fresh-cut produce microbiology of modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 5. Sensory and sensory-related quality of fresh-cut produce under MAP.
  • Chapter 6. Phytochemical changes of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables in controlled and modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 7. Active modification of atmosphere in packages.
  • Part 2. Modified atmosphere packaging materials and Machinery.
  • Chapter 8. Polymeric films used for modified atmosphere packaging of fresh-cut produce.
  • Chapter 9. Breatheway membrane technology and modified atmosphere packaging.
  • Chapter 10. Microperforated films for fresh produce packaging.
  • Chapter 11. Modified atmosphere packaging machinery selection and specification.
  • Chapter 12. Hygienic design of machinery.
  • Part 3. Novel packaging technologies.
  • Chapter 13. Nano-structure packaging technologies.
  • Chapter 14. Active packaging for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables.
  • Chapter 15. Packaging sustainability for modified atmosphere packaging of fruits and vegetables