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Preserving freshness: Innovations for fresh-eating fruit distribution and damage prevention – A review
Yu, Jincheng Wang, Minggang Wani, Ali Abas Zhu, Pengfei Fadiji, Tobi Liu, Yande
Yu, Jincheng
Wang, Minggang
Wani, Ali Abas
Zhu, Pengfei
Fadiji, Tobi
Liu, Yande
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2024-07-11
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The preservation of fresh-eating fruit within the supply chain is of paramount for maintaining freshness and minimizing resource waste. This article elucidates a comprehensive and integrated approach to fruit loss prevention and preservation techniques which collectively can substantially prolong the shelf life of fresh-eating fruits across various supply chain contexts. Here we show that the proposed solution emphasizes the development of real-time damage monitoring systems, innovative sensors for fruit freshness detection, and predictive methods for quality degradation and estimating shelf life. Additionally, we advocate for fundamental research to support the creation of smart, lightweight, sustainable, shockproof packaging systems. These packaging systems aim to utilize recyclable and biodegradable materials, contributing to environmental sustainability. In conclusion, this study establishes a scientific foundation for innovative solutions in the preservation and damage avoidance of fresh-eating fruits within the supply chain. By considering diverse factors and proposing a holistic approach, we anticipate substantial advancements in preserving the freshness of fruits.
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Yu, J., Wang, M., Tchuenbou-Magaia, F., Wani, A.A., Zhu, P., Fadiji, T. and Liu, Y. (2024) Preserving freshness: Innovations for fresh-eating fruit distribution and damage prevention – A review. Food Packaging and Shelf Life, 44, 101323.
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This is an author's accepted manuscript of an article published by Elsevier in Food Packaging and Shelf Life on 11/07/2024, available online: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101323 The accepted manuscript may differ from the final published version.
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This work was supported by an International Cooperation Key Plan of Shaanxi Province (2022KWZ-12) and a High-End Foreign Expert Recruitment Program (G2022172006L). This work was also supported by the Faculty of Science and Engineering of the University of Wolverhampton Visiting Researcher Grant and EU Horizon 2020 MSCA RISE Project ReACTIVE Too, Grant Agreement No 871163.