Chilling injury is a type of cold damage that affects vegetables when they are exposed to temperatures below their tolerance levels but above freezing. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) chilling injury occur at temperatures below 55°F to 60°F (13°C to 16°C).
The primary reason potatoes sprout is their innate survival instinct. Sprouting allows the potato to reproduce and give rise to a new plant. Under favorable conditions, such as warmth, moisture, and access to light, the potato initiates sprouting as a means of generating offspring.
Unlike walnuts and pecans, peanuts are grown beneath the soil. And for this reason, they are prone to infections, especially aflatoxins. Aflatoxins are produced by the soil-dwelling fungi (mold) Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus. In peanuts and other nuts and grains, it is the most important of the mycotoxins from a human health perspective.
If you suddenly crave for some pineapple, and do not have an idea how to pick one, there are several signs to look for. Here they are.
Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) is a special form of packaging wherein the internal package atmosphere is modified so that the gaseous composition differs from that of air.
They say fresh foods are superior to canned and frozen. But here’s the truth.
Blanching involves dipping vegetable or fruit in hot liquid for a brief duration. Here is what it achieves.
Nutrient loss occur in fruits and vegetables as they age. This blog post explains how it happens.
This article focuses on ethylene, the gaseous compound that significantly affects ripening in fruits and vegetables.
Mushrooms have a high moisture content. For this reason, they need an environment of high humidity. Here’s how.