scholarly journals Microbiological Quality of Ready-to-Eat Salads During Shelf Life and Home Refrigeration

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyexandra Arienzo ◽  
Lorenza Murgia ◽  
Ilaria Fraudentali ◽  
Valentina Gallo ◽  
Riccardo Angelini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shelf Life ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Salmonella Spp ◽  
Mesophilic Bacteria ◽  
Biological Survey ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The market of ready-to-eat salads is experiencing a noticeable growth in Europe. Since they are intended to be consumed without additional treatments, these ready-to-eat products are associated with a high microbiological risk. The aim of this work was to evaluate the microbiological quality and safety of ready-to-eat salads sold in widespread supermarket chains in Lazio, Italy, at the packaging date, during shelf-life and during home-refrigeration. The study also aimed to determine the differences between low, medium, and high cost products. Salmonella spp., L. monocytogenes were chosen as safety indicators as specified by European regulations while total aerobic mesophilic bacteria and Escherichia coli were chosen as quality indicators as suggested by national guidelines. Analyses were performed following the ISO standards and in parallel, for the evaluation of total aerobic mesophilic bacteria, with an alternative colorimetric system, the Micro Biological Survey method, in order to propose a simple, affordable and accurate alternative for testing the microbiological quality of products, especially suitable for small and medium enterprises and on-site analyses. The study revealed high, unsatisfactory, total bacterial loads in all analyzed samples at the packaging date and expiring date and a very high prevalence of Salmonella spp. (67%) regardless of the selected varieties and cost-categories; L. monocytogenes was instead not recovered aligning with the results obtained in other studies.

scholarly journals Microbiological Quality of Ready-to-Eat Leafy Green Salads during Shelf-Life and Home-Refrigeration

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 1421
Author(s):  
Alyexandra Arienzo ◽  
Lorenza Murgia ◽  
Ilaria Fraudentali ◽  
Valentina Gallo ◽  
Riccardo Angelini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shelf Life ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Salmonella Spp ◽  
Expiry Date ◽  
Mesophilic Bacteria ◽  
Biological Survey

The market of ready-to-eat leafy green salads is experiencing a noticeable growth in Europe. Since they are intended to be consumed without additional treatments, these ready-to-eat products are associated with a high microbiological risk. The aim of this work was to evaluate the microbiological quality and safety of ready-to-eat leafy green salads sold in widespread supermarket chains in Lazio, Italy, on the packaging date during shelf-life and during home-refrigeration. The study also aimed to determine the differences between low-, medium-, and high-cost products. Salmonella spp. and L. monocytogenes were chosen as safety indicators as specified by European regulations while total aerobic mesophilic bacteria and Escherichia coli were chosen as quality indicators as suggested by national guidelines. Analyses were performed following the ISO standards and in parallel for the evaluation of total aerobic mesophilic bacteria, with an alternative colorimetric system, the Micro Biological Survey method, in order to propose a simple, affordable and accurate alternative for testing the microbiological quality of products, especially suitable for small and medium enterprises and on-site analyses. The study revealed high, unsatisfactory, total bacterial loads in all analyzed samples on the packaging date and expiry date and a very high prevalence of Salmonella spp. (67%) regardless of the selected varieties and cost categories; L. monocytogenes was not recovered aligning with the results obtained in other studies.

scholarly journals Microbiological Quality of Ready-To-Eat Salads During Shelf Life and Home Refrigeration

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyexandra Arienzo ◽  
Lorenza Murgia ◽  
Ilaria Fraudentali ◽  
Valentina Gallo ◽  
Riccardo Angelini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shelf Life ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Salmonella Spp ◽  
Mesophilic Bacteria ◽  
European Regulations ◽  
Quality Of Products ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The market of ready-to-eat salads is experiencing a noticeable growth in Europe. The commercial success of these products is linked to the growing demand for fresh, healthy and nutritionally valuable products that can be consumed without preparation time and are perceived as safe and very high-quality products. Since they are intended to be consumed without additional treatments, these ready-to-eat products are associated with a high microbiological risk. The aim of this work was to evaluate the microbiological quality and safety of ready-to-eat salads sold in widespread supermarket chains in Lazio, Italy, at the packaging date, during shelf-life and during home-refrigeration. The study also aimed to determine the differences between low, medium and high cost products. Salmonella spp., L. monocytogenes were chosen as safety indicators as specified by European regulations while total aerobic mesophilic bacteria and Escherichia coli were chosen as quality indicators as suggested by national guidelines. Analyses were performed following the ISO standards and in parallel, for the evaluation of total aerobic mesophilic bacteria, with an alternative colorimetric system, the MBS method, in order to propose a simple, affordable and accurate alternative for testing the microbiological quality of products, especially suitable for small and medium enterprises and on-site analyses.

scholarly journals Customer’s perception towards product quality of automotive SMEs operating in Metropolitan areas, and consideration of environmental impact

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-45
Author(s):  
Lawrence Mpele Lekhanya ◽  
Henry Lucky Dlamini
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Environmental Impact ◽  
Product Quality ◽  
Metropolitan Areas ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Managerial Skills ◽  
Medium Enterprises

This paper examines customer’s perception towards product quality of automotive SMEs operating in the Durban metropolitan areas and identifies how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa (SA) contribute significantly to job creation, wealth, social stability, economic growth and reduction of poverty. Product quality of automotive SMEs requires serious attention, as it can have ecological environmental impact leading to the negative economic growth contributed by the industry. The study is aimed to understand the factors affecting automotive SMEs in order to help entrepreneurs to improve product quality and examining the customer’s perception towards product quality. The study was conducted in Durban metropolitan areas using the survey method. The sample size of the study was 120 SMEs selected using convenience sampling with respondents completing the questionnaire. A combined method of both quantitative and qualitative techniques was employed, while the analysis of data was done using the Statistics Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) version 23.0. The findings of the study revealed that lack of managerial skills and development negatively compromises product quality of the automotive sector. Also the results revealed that the absence of financial support from financial institutions delays the improvement of stock in the business, as this is an obstacle resulting in the unsustainability of the SMEs. Further research with larger samples and the consideration of other cities is recommended.

scholarly journals Microbiological quality of honey from stingless bee, jandaíra (Melipona subnitida), from the semiarid region of Brazil

2018 ◽  
Vol 48 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolina de Gouveia Mendes da Escóssia Pinheiro ◽  
Maria Rociene Abrantes ◽  
Rodrigo Otávio Silveira Silva ◽  
Carlos Augusto Oliveira Junior ◽  
Francisco Carlos Faria Lobato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clostridium Perfringens ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Stingless Bee ◽  
Semiarid Region ◽  
Salmonella Spp ◽  
Mesophilic Bacteria ◽  
Melipona Subnitida ◽  
Bacillus Spp ◽  
Staphylococcus Spp

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of microorganisms in honey produced by the stingless bee (SB) jandaíra (Melipona subnitida) from the semiarid region of Brazil. Thirty-five samples were analyzed and all of them were positive for mesophilic bacteria, coliforms at 45°C, fungi, and yeast. Staphylococcus spp. were identified in 85.7%, while Bacillus spp. were detected in 34.3% of honey samples. DNAs of Clostridium perfringens and C. botulinum were detected in 40% and 2.8% of the samples, respectively. Salmonella spp. and C. difficile were not detected. The present research revealed a great diversity of microorganisms in honey produced by jandaíra.

scholarly journals Microbiological quality and genotoxicity of domestic water sources: A combined approach using Micro Biological Survey method and mutagenesis assay (micronucleus test) in root tips of Vicia faba in the West region of Cameroon

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. e0245379
Author(s):  
Rodrigue Biguioh Mabvouna ◽  
Sali Ben Béchir Adogaye ◽  
Patrick Martial Pete Nkamedjie ◽  
Andrillene Laure Deutou Wondeu ◽  
Martin Sanou Sobze ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Samples ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Water Sources ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Root Tips ◽  
Domestic Water ◽  
Biological Survey ◽  
West Region ◽  
Quality Of Water

At least 2.1 billion people around the world use contaminated drinking water, causing 485,000 diarrheal deaths each year, mostly among children under 5 years old. A study conducted 10 years ago in Bafoussam (West Cameroon) recorded concentrations of bacteria among surface and groundwater. High levels of bicarbonates, phosphates, chlorides and suspended matters were also found. The aim of this study was to assess the microbiological and chemical qualities of domestic water sources in 5 localities of the West region of Cameroon. Water samples from 22 water sources (wells, springs, water drilling and river) were aseptically collected in plastic bottles and transferred in 50 ml sterile tubes. For chlorinated water sources, 1 ml of Thiosulfate was added to the water sample; immediately placed in an ice box and transported to the laboratory for analysis. Water temperature and pH were measured on site. The microbiological quality of water was determined by testing Total Coliforms (TC) using the Micro Biological Survey method. 1 ml of each water sample was inoculated in the MBS vial initially rehydrated with 10 ml of sterile distilled water. The initial color of the vials is red. Color changes were monitored at three different time intervals (12h, 19h and 24h), corresponding to three levels of contamination. The chemical quality of water was assessed using micronucleus (MN) test in selected Vicia faba seeds secondary root tips permanently mounted in Dibutylphthalate Polystyrene Xylene mountant for histology after 72 hours of direct exposition in water samples and in dark. The mitotic indices and MN frequencies were evaluated in 10 root tips per site analysing 5000 cells per tip. Statistical analyses were done using Stata IC/15.0 software. The Student t-test was used for mean comparison and the significance level was set at 1%. The majority of samples were collected from wells (63.6%). The mean water pH ranged from 5.5 to 8.3 and the temperature varied from 23 to 26°C. A very high concentration of TC [>103 CFU/ml] was found in 8 (36.4%) samples. 10 (45.5%) and 2 (9.1%) samples turned yellow at 19 and 24 hours respectively after incubation corresponding to TC concentration of [10<x<103 CFU/ml] and [1<x< 10 CFU/ml]. The MN frequency was higher (P ≤ 0.01) compared to the negative control in 9 (40.9%) water samples indicating significant genotoxic effects of these water sources. This study highlighted the poor quality of domestic water sources in West region of Cameroon and the need to conduct regular monitoring of drinking water sources. Community capacity building on water treatment methods, including good wastes management should be implemented to help improve water quality.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Kualitas Minuman Sari Lidah Buaya pada Usaha Muztaqbalah Malang

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-52
Author(s):  
Ikhlasul Amallynda ◽  
Annisa Kesy Garside ◽  
Nadia Mardhiyah
Keyword(s):  
Citric Acid ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Sodium Benzoate ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Aloe Vera ◽  
Business Owners ◽  
Plate Count ◽  
Total Plate Count ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Muztaqbalah is a small business located in Jetis, Dau, Malang Regency that manufactures aloe vera extract beverages. The problem faced by Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) is that the shelf life of aloe vera products is short, although sodium benzoate has been added. In addition, consumers want a fresher taste in aloe vera extract beverages. Based on the problems faced by Muztaqbalah's business, this program aims to help business owners improve the quality of aloe vera extract beverages. After consulting and mentoring, it is suggested to add additional stages in the manufacturing process, soaking in saltwater, filtering before the aloe vera meat is blended, and sterilizing bottles or cups before packaging. Based on the results of the Total Plate Count (TPC) analysis, the proposed preservative additive is citric acid because it has a longer shelf life than lime.ABSTRAKUsaha Muztaqbalah merupakan usaha kecil pembuat minuman sari lidah buaya yang terletak di Jetis, Dau, Kabupaten Malang. Permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh UKM adalah umur simpan produk minuman sari lidah buaya belum bertahan lama meski sudah ditambahkan bahan natrium benzoat. Selain itu konsumen menginginkan rasa yang lebih segar pada minuman sari lidah buaya. Berdasarkan permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh usaha Muztaqbalah, maka tujuan program pengabdian ini adalah membantu pemilik usaha untuk meningkatkan kualitas minuman sari lidah buaya. Setelah melakukan konsultasi dan pendampingan diusulkan penambahan tahapan dalam proses pembuatan yaitu perendaman dengan air garam, penyaringan sebelum daging lidah buaya diblender dan sterilisasi kemasan botol atau cup sebelum pengemasan. Berdasarkan hasil analisis Total Plate Count (TPC) maka bahan tambahan pengawet yang diusulkan adalah asam sitrat karena memiliki umur simpan yang lebih lama dibanding jeruk nipis.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Sustainability of MSMEs in the Covid-19 Pandemic Era

JEJAK ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 183-199
Author(s):  
Hamdan Hamdan
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have an important role in the economy of a nation. The aim of research was to know the factors that can increase and effect on increasing of the competitiveness of MSMEs. To achieve this goal, a study was conducted on MSMEs in Regency and Serang City through a population of 26,909. Survey method was used to achieve this goal, while the sampling technique was simple random sampling. Based on this technique, a total sample size of 100 MSMEs was obtained, while the analysis in achieving the objectives used path analysis. The results showed that the innovation variables and the quality of human resources had an effect on the competitiveness of MSMEs. The variable which is significant and affects the competitiveness of MSMEs is the variable of human resources. Theoretically, human resources have a more important role in increasing the competitiveness of MSMEs compared to innovation

scholarly journals Microbiological quality of water sources in the West region of Cameroon: quantitative detection of total coliforms using Micro Biological Survey method

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigue Mabvouna Biguioh ◽  
Sali Ben Béchir Adogaye ◽  
Patrick Martial Nkamedjie Pete ◽  
Martin Sanou Sobze ◽  
Jean Blaise Kemogne ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Water Sources ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Quantitative Detection ◽  
The West ◽  
Total Coliforms ◽  
Biological Survey ◽  
West Region ◽  
Quality Of Water

Model Pemberdayaan Usaha Mikro Dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kemandirian Usaha

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-93
Author(s):  
Mudasetia Hamid ◽  
Evy Rosalina Widyayanti
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Poverty Rate ◽  
Cultural Centers ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Tourism Education ◽  
The Indian Ocean ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
The City

Yogyakarta is a city and the capital of Yogyakarta Special Region in Java, Indonesia. It is renowned as a center of tourism, education and culture. Yogyakarta is one of the foremost cultural centers of Java. This region is located at the foot of the active merapi vulcano. Yogyakarta is often called the main gateway to the Central Java as where it is geographically located. It stretches from Mount Merapi to the Indian Ocean. This province is one of the most densely populated areas of Indonesia. Yogyakarta is popular tourist destination in indonesia after Bali. These have attracted large number of visitors from across Indonesia and abroad to the city. This status makes Yogyakarta is one of the most heterogeneus cities in Indonesia. In edition, Yogyakarta has attracted large number of people to reside in this city for business. One of these comers is small entrepreneurs with their market munchies enterprise (specially a traditional snack trader). This business is one of famous business in Yogyakarta, we will find rows of pavement vendors selling market munchies. The students and tourists are their main target customers. Market munchies enterprise is part of small and medium enterprises SMEs as livelihood activities. SMEs has an important role in economic growth of Indonesia. Therefore, it is very important to develop and strengthen the micro enterprise empowerment. Micro enterprise empowerment is one of strategy to reduce the poverty rate in Indonesia. Major challenger in implement this program are that micro entrepreneurs are conventional and have satisfied with their revenue. It is very important to develop a comprehensive and sustainable micro enterprise empowerment which consist of strengthen the quality of human resources, maximize the government’s roles, empower the enterprise capital and strengthen the partnership and autonomous. Micro enterprise autonomy will contribute to the economic and investment climate. This will lead to establish an accountable enterprise both for the micro enterprise and customers which at the end will strengthen the development of the micro enterprise in Yogyakarta.Keyword: micro entreprise, human resources, government roles, capital, partnership and autonomous.

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