Plant Bioinformatics

Plant Bioinformatics

by Maurice Patel

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ISBN 9781836595939
Publisher Chapman Press
Copyright Year 2025
Price £162.00

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Food Packaging Technology refers to the methods and materials used to enclose food products for protection, preservation, and distribution. It plays a crucial role in maintaining food safety, extending shelf life, and providing essential product information. Advances in packaging technology have led to the development of smart and active packaging systems that not only contain food but also interact with it to monitor freshness, control microbial growth, and enhance quality. Traditional materials like glass, metal, and plastic are now being supplemented or replaced by biodegradable and eco-friendly alternatives to reduce environmental impact. Modern food packaging also incorporates innovations such as modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), vacuum sealing, and nanotechnology-based films that improve barrier properties. Packaging is no longer just about containment-it is an integrated system that ensures food reaches consumers in the best possible condition while complying with regulatory standards. It also plays a critical role in branding and marketing, using visual design and labeling to attract buyers and communicate nutritional and safety information. As consumer demand for convenience, sustainability, and transparency grows, food packaging technology continues to evolve, offering smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions to meet global food supply challenges. Food Packaging Technology explores the science, materials, and innovations used to protect, preserve, and present food products efficiently and safely. Contents: 1. Food Packaging, 2. Food Packaging Design, 3. Essentials of Food Packaging and Nutritional Labeling, 4. Food Quality and Safety, 5. Advanced Packaging Solutions for Meat: Fresh and Processed Varieties, 6. Packaging Materials for Chilled Fish, 7. Trends and Technologies in Modern Packaging for Food and Drinks.