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Occurrence and Human Health Implications of Legacy Organochlorine Pesticides and Their Metabolites in Fruits and Vegetables of Bangladesh

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
Multiple OCP isomers and/or metabolites along with their parent compounds were detected in commonly consumed fruits and vegetables of Bangladesh, possibly attributed to both recently and historically applied OCPs. However, all the detected values were below 0.01 mg/kg, indicating no potential human health risks through dietary intake. ABSTRACT Globally,
Kazi Sanjana Adnen, Shamima Jahan Sweety, Sadia Shahana Tisha, Md. Mahbubul Hoque, Tanmoy Roy Tusher   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Edible Insects: Global Research Trends, Biosafety Challenges, and Market Insights in the Mexican Context

Foods
The growing global interest in edible insects as a sustainable protein source has positioned them as a promising solution to food security challenges.
Keyla Cruz-García, Yolanda Donají Ortiz-Hernández, Marco Aurelio Acevedo-Ortiz, Teodulfo Aquino-Bolaños, Tlacaelel Aquino-López, Gema Lugo-Espinosa, Fernando Elí Ortiz-Hernández   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effectiveness of botanical preparations for the control of rice weevil (Sitophilus oryzae) during rice seed storage and their impact on the rice seed viability : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Applied Science in Seed Technology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand [PDF]

, 2001
Food security and the maintenance of seed quality from harvest to planting are key issues for peasant farmers. In Sierra Leone, up to 28% of rice seed can be damaged by rice weevil in the six months storage period.
Sartie, Alieu Mortuwah
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The use of edible insects in human food

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract The world population is expected to reach approximately 10 billion people by 2050, which will significantly increase global food demand and may lead to agricultural shortages and a higher risk of food insecurity. In this context, this review discusses the potential of insects as alternative sources of animal protein, addressing their ...
Pamela Barroso de Oliveira, Hugo Calixto Fonseca, Cláudia Regina Vieira, Gleidson Giordano Pinto de Carvalho, Jane Sélia dos Reis dos Coimbra, Bruna Mara Aparecida de Carvalho Mesquita   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Edible Insects and Allergy Risks: Implications for Children and the Elderly

Allergies
Population growth and the depletion of natural resources have driven the incorporation of edible insects into the human food matrix. Despite their high nutritional value and the environmental benefits of insect farming compared to conventional protein ...
Alessandra de Cássia Romero
doaj   +1 more source

Edible insects of Northern Angola [PDF]

African Invertebrates, 2017
From 2013–2017, we accompanied and interviewed local people harvesting edible insects in the Northern Angolan province of Uíge. Insect and host plant samples were collected for species identification and nutritive analyses. Additionally, live caterpillars were taken to feed and keep until pupation and eclosion of the imago, necessary for morphological ...
Lautenschläger,Thea, Neinhuis,Christoph, Monizi,Mawunu, Mandombe,José Lau, Förster,Anke, Henle,Thomas, Nuss,Matthias   +6 more
openaire   +3 more sources

A preliminary investigation into the effect of different storage methods on the keeping quality of smoked Oreochromis niloticus [PDF]

, 1999
The study was carried out to asses the nutritional qualities of smoked O. niloticus and to discover the best methods of storage to minimize spoilage and infestation of smoked fish.
Eyo, A.A., Oyero, J.O.
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Revitalizing endangered mycocultural heritage in Mesoamerica: The case of the Tlahuica‐Pjiekakjoo culture

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
The preservation and revitalization of mycocultural heritage, developed over centuries of human‐mushroom interaction, contributes to safeguarding both natural ecosystems and the promotion of sustainable rural development, one of the biggest global challenges currently faced by humankind.
Elisette Ramírez‐Carbajal, Magdalena Martínez‐Reyes, Olivia Ayala‐Vásquez, Rodríguez‐Evangelista Fabiola, Mayra Lagunes Reyes, Faustino Hernández‐Santiago, Mónica Rangel Villafranco, Fuqiang Yu, Jesús Pérez‐Moreno   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Integrating tunable LED‐induced plant responses with novel solar cell technologies for energy‐efficient agrivoltaic systems

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
The increasing demand for sustainable food production requires innovative solutions that balance productivity, resource efficiency, and environmental impact. Vertical Farming Systems (VFSs) offer a promising approach; however, their high energy consumption remains challenging.
Alessio Dessì, Carlo Spampinato, Fabiano Sillo, Salvatore Valastro, Mauro Centritto, Cecilia Brunetti, Andrea Ghirardo, Jörg‐Peter Schnitzler, Alessandra Alberti, Gianna Reginato, Aurora Rizzo, Raffaella Balestrini   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Exploring the prebiotic activity of edible insect flour: a sustainable functional food ingredient

Frontiers in Industrial Microbiology
Edible insect flour, particularly from house cricket (Acheta domesticus) and mealworms (Tenebrio molitor), is gaining attention as a sustainable and functional food ingredient due to its high nutritional value and low environmental impact.
Paola Foti, Rosamaria R. Sanfilippo, Flora V. Romeo   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source