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Mathematical Modeling of Sun and Solar Drying Kinetics of Fermented Cocoa Beans [PDF]

, 2017
In this study, thin layer drying experiments were conducted to compute drying characteristics of fermented cocoa beans in open sun and indirect natural convection solar dryer. The drying experiments were conducted at the same time for comparison.
O, O. J. (Olajide), O, O. O. (Olabinjo), P, O. A. (Olalusi)   +2 more
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Building capacity in vector‐borne plant virus research: The CONNECTED Network

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Plant viruses spread by insects decimate crop yields globally, causing food security challenges in vulnerable areas, including regions of Africa. Interdisciplinary research is needed to protect future crop supplies. CONNECTED, the Community Network for African Vector‐Borne Plant Viruses, increased research capacity in Central, East, West and Southern ...
Nina F. Ockendon‐Powell, Diane L. Hird, Alice Beck, Heather Child, Helen Thomas‐Hughes, Neil Boonham, Gary D. Foster, Bruce Cronin, Andy M. Bailey   +8 more
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Pengaruh perbedaan jenis wadah fermentasi terhadap keberhasilan fermentasi dan kualitas biji kakao: review

Agrointek
This paper aims to determine the effect of different types of fermentation containers. Fermentation of cocoa beans can be done using several types of fermentation containers such as fermentation boxes, bamboo baskets and styrofoam. Each type of container
Sulistia Nengsi, Vritta Amroini Wahyudi, Warkoyo Warkoyo   +2 more
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Using Econometric Models to Manage the Price Risk of Cocoa Beans: A Case from India

Risks, 2022
This study aims at developing econometric models to manage the price risk of Dry and Wet Cocoa beans with the help of ARIMA (Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average) and VAR (Vector Auto Regressive). The monthly price of Cocoa beans is collected for the
Kepulaje Abhaya Kumar, Cristi Spulbar, Prakash Pinto, Iqbal Thonse Hawaldar, Ramona Birau, Jyeshtaraja Joisa   +5 more
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Existing Sustainability Interventions are Insufficient to Scale Up Cocoa Agroforestry in West Africa

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Sustainability transitions in agri‐food systems are required to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequities. In the West African cocoa sector, supply chain sustainability initiatives (SSIs) have emerged as key environmental governance tools to address these challenges and promote agroforestry.
Keessy Maria‐Prisca Kouakou, Joss Lyons‐White, William J. Thompson, Thomas Addoah, Federico Cammelli, Wilma J. Blaser‐Hart, Victoria Maguire‐Rajpaul, Evans Dawoe, Rachael D. Garrett   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Strategic framing of novel ideas: How contestation shapes the evolution of novelty

Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Research Summary Entrepreneurs use strategic framing to gain support for their novel ventures, products, and services. A key challenge entrepreneurs face is that audiences often contest frames that introduce novel ideas, especially when these ideas disrupt audiences' mental and business models.
Janina Klein, Elco van Burg, Christine Moser   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improvement of Small Scale Cocoa Fermentation Using Lactobacillus fermentumas Starter Culture

Coffee and Cocoa Research Journal, 2017
Low harvest amount of cocoa smallholder has became a great constraint for farmer in order to carry out a proper postharvest practice. Low production of raw cocoa beans cause farmers are not able to ferment their cocoa beans that lead to low quality of ...
Misnawi Misnawi, Ariza Budi Tunjungsari, Noor Ariefandie Febrianto, Resa Setia Adiandri, Fahrizal Fahrizal, Fahrurrozi Fahrurrozi   +5 more
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Classification of cocoa beans based on their fluorescent fingerprint to predict sensory poles of chocolates? [PDF]

, 2018
Natures and quantities of aroma compounds present in chocolate vary according to several criteria such as the origin and the variety of cocoa beans, the cocoa post-harvest treatment and the process of manufacturing chocolate. These organoleptic qualities
Alary, Karine, Boulanger, Renaud, Davrieux, Fabrice, Descalzo, Adriana Maria, Hue, Clotilde, Maraval, Isabelle, Preys, Sébastien   +6 more
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When should firms watch for cross‐industry competition? A demand‐side perspective

Strategic Management Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Research Summary Research on competitor identification has primarily focused on intra‐industry competition. However, cross‐industry competitive threats are prevalent and consequential. We adopt a consumer‐oriented perspective to examine how consumer perceptions shape de facto competition across industry boundaries.
Ying Li, Samira Reis, Olga M. Khessina
wiley   +1 more source

The factors that influence the export volume of cocoa beans in Malaysia / Nur Yuhana Norasham [PDF]

, 2007
Cocoa is one of the primary commodities in Malaysia other than palm oil and rubber. In this study, the people will be revealed what are the factors that influence the fluctuation in export volume of cocoa beans such as the prices of cocoa beans itself ...

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