Food business marketers believe that consumers desire foods that are convenient; fresh (less-processed and less-packaged); completely natural—with no preservatives (a so-called “clean label”); devoid of a perceived negative (i.e., foods with low levels of fat, salt, and sugar); and healthful. The perception of the food industry is that consumers desire foods that are not only […]
The food processor is profoundly affected by the consumer’s pursuit of health. Today’s marketplace includes more perishable products, including fruits and vegetables, and more inventive packaging than it had 25 years ago. In addition, the reluctance of consumers to traditional chemical preservatives has reduced the variety of preservation options available to food producers. Food processors […]
A tremendous increase in the consumption of fresh foods, especially fruits and vegetables, is one of the most noticeable consumer trends. This rise is due to the well-known benefits of a high-fiber diet and beta carotene in avoiding colon cancer. The number of meals consumed away from home has substantially increased. Changing lifestyles, such as […]
Hydrogen atoms sandwiched by fluorine exhibited the quirk of chemistry Students of chemistry around the globe are familiar with covalent and hydrogen bonding. Now, a study has uncovered an unusual relationship that resembles a hybrid of the two. Its features raise problems regarding the definition of chemical bonds, researchers say in Science on January 8. […]
150 years ago, Mendeleev perceived the relationships of the chemical elements Every scientific discipline has a favorite anniversary. Newton’s Principia in 1687 introduced the rules of motion and gravity to the field of physics. Darwin’s birthday and On the Origin of Species (1859) are commemorated in biology (1809). Astronomy enthusiasts celebrate the year 1543, when […]
Newly found sulfur compounds in cannabis flowers are responsible for the plant’s distinctive odor. Scientists have now identified the chemicals responsible for marijuana’s pungent odor. The pungent aroma that emanates from fresh cannabis is actually a mixture of hundreds of aromatic chemicals. Iain Oswald, an analytical chemist at Abstrax Tech, a private firm in Tustin, […]
The green revolution was an era of great innovation in agriculture that happened primarily throughout the 1960s and 1970s, but began in the 1940s. During this time period, enormous quantities of research and development were conducted, resulting in a considerable boost in agricultural output whose benefits we continue to enjoy today. Initiatives included the creation […]
Agriculture Investment Funds, Direct Agricultural Land Investment, and Equity Purchases in Agricultural Companies In this essay, I will investigate the many investment possibilities, the risks they provide to investors, the mechanics of how each type of agriculture investment works, and the current returns. First, we will consider if agriculture investment is relevant in the current […]
Agricultural science is the investigation of agricultural practices. Although agricultural science and agriculture are interrelated, they are fundamentally very different. Agriculture is the cultivation of edible plants, fruits, and vegetables. Agricultural science, on the other hand, is concerned with study, development, and enhancement of production systems such as irrigation management, pest control, etc. It comprises […]
Animal shelters can be readily cleaned with tap water, the removal and correct disposal of all manure and spent straw bedding, and the installation of a drainage system that allows for the total discharge of liquid waste and urine. The removal of leftover feed and fodder from the trough each day minimizes the number of […]
