scholarly journals Effect of Some Storage Methods on the Quality of Maize Grown in the Ashanti Mampong Municipality of Ghana

2021 ◽  
pp. 106-113
Author(s):  
Osborn Addae Duah ◽  
Michael Odenkey Quaye ◽  
Albert Nyarko
Keyword(s):  
Proximate Composition ◽  
Market Value ◽  
Moisture Loss ◽  
Standard Laboratory ◽  
Storage Method ◽  
Triple Layer ◽  
Jute Sack ◽  
Storage Methods

This study aims at finding an acceptable storage method for three varieties of Maize grown in the Ashanti Mampong Municipality of Ghana. Survey and standard laboratory protocols were carried out to gather the necessary data for the study. The background study revealed that 18%, 13%, 24%, 15%, 12%, 8% and 10% of farmers store their maize by heaping on the floor, storing in cribs, conventional jute sack, plastic drum, clay pot, triple-layer hermetic bag and polypropylene respectively. The findings also indicated that moisture loss was reduced in the plastic drum and triple-layer hermetic bag after the four months of storage. The proximate composition of the stored produce showed that maize preserved better in the triple layer hermetic bag. It is recommended that the triple-layer hermetic bag should be extensively used in storing maize as it has the ability to reduce moisture loss, and also preserving the nutritional and market value of the produce stored in it.

scholarly journals ОСОБЕННОСТИ ХРАНЕНИЯ КЛУБНЕЙ ТОПИНАМБУРА В УСЛОВИЯХ ОВОЩЕХРАНИЛИЩА

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.S. Kataev ◽  
E.A. Renyov ◽  
S.L. Eliseev
Keyword(s):  
Soluble Sugars ◽  
Jerusalem Artichoke ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Moisture Loss ◽  
Optimal Method ◽  
Storage Methods ◽  
Second Year ◽  
Dry Out ◽  
The Impact

В статье представлены результаты трехлетних исследований по влиянию традиционных способов хранения на сохранность и качество клубней топинамбура. Полезные свойства топинамбура известны человеку на протяжении многих лет. В силу биологических особенностей использование клубней на протяжении всего календарного года довольно проблематичная задача они подвергаются грибковым заболеваниям, быстро усыхают. Поэтому целью данного исследования является определение оптимального, из традиционных способов, хранения в условиях овощехранилища. В большинстве лет исследований лёжкость топинамбура не зависит от способа хранения и изменяется от 31 до 95. Внешние наблюдения показали, что во второй год исследований наилучшую лёжкость обеспечил способ хранения клубней в мешке. В первый и третий год исследований во всех способах наблюдались загнившие клубни. Независимо от применяемого способа, клубни в процессе хранения подвергаются усушке. В большинстве лет исследований она выше при хранении насыпью на 1,7-8,2. При хранении клубней топинамбура в ящиках наблюдается наименьшее снижение содержания клетчатки 0,2-2,5, в то время как при хранении в мешке 1,1-4,3, при хранении насыпью 0,9-2,4. Хранение в ящике обеспечивало наименьшее снижение содержания водорастворимых сахаров 1,4-4,8. Наиболее оптимальным из традиционных способов является хранение в ящиках.The article presents the results of three years of research on the impact of traditional storage methods on the safety and quality of Jerusalem artichoke tubers. The beneficial properties of Jerusalem artichoke have been known for many years. Due to biological characteristics, the use of tubers throughout the calendar year is a rather problematic task - they undergo fungal diseases and quickly dry out. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the optimal method of storage in a vegetable store. In most years of the research, the storability of Jerusalem artichoke did not depend on the storage method and varied from 31 to 95. External observations showed that in the second year of the research the best keeping quality was ensured by the method of storing tubers in bags. In the first and third years of the research, rotted tubers were observed under all methods of storage. Regardless of the method used, tubers were dried during storage. In most years of the research, moisture loss was higher when stored in bulk - by 1.7-8.2. When storing Jerusalem artichoke tubers in boxes, the lowest reduction in fiber content was observed - 0.2-2.5, while when stored in bags - 1.1-4.3, when stored in bulk - 0.9-2.4. Storage in boxes provided the smallest reduction in the content of water-soluble sugars - 1.4-4.8. The most optimal of the traditional methods of storage is the storage in boxes.

scholarly journals Effect of Cold Storage and Modified Atmosphere Packaging on Strawberry (Fragaria X Ananassa Duch.) cv. “Arben” Fruit Keeping Quality

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 1251-1258
Author(s):  
Taleb Rateb Abu-Zahra
Keyword(s):  
Cold Storage ◽  
Modified Atmosphere Packaging ◽  
Storage Period ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Fragaria X Ananassa ◽  
Modified Atmosphere ◽  
Storage Method ◽  
Fruit Decay ◽  
Storage Methods

ABSTRACT: Strawberry is one of the most popular fruits worldwide. Therefore, it is important to maintain its supply and freshness and potency guaranteed from the farms to the point of consumption. Strawberries spoil rapidly and the quality changes with storage delays. However, little is known about the effect of storage methods on the changes of its quality. In this study, two storage methods; Cold Storage (CS) and Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) were investigated to see how it will maintain its quality. Results obtained showed that storage method has an effect on keeping its quality, and it proved that MAP is the acceptable storage method because it kept on strawberry quality, extended storage period, and decreased weight loss, in contrast, showed the highest fruit decay, in compare to the cold stored fruits. And that means; MAP can be useful supplements to provide optimum storage conditions (temperature and relative humidity) and maintain the quality of fresh strawberry fruits after harvest.

Studi fortifikasi hidrolisat protein udang rebon (mysis relicta) pada mie sagu

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 039
Author(s):  
Trie Omitha Purba ◽  
Suparmi Suparmi ◽  
Dahlia Dahlia
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Method ◽  
Proximate Composition ◽  
Protein Hydrolysate ◽  
Quality Standards ◽  
Processing Technology ◽  
Fish Processing ◽  
Mysis Relicta ◽  
Marine Chemistry ◽  
Randomized Design

The study aimed to determine the effect of rebon shirmp (mysis relicta) protein hydrolisate fortification to the sago noodles and to observe the characteristics of the sago noodles produced. The research was carried on in February – April 2019 in the  Laboratory of Fish Processing Technology, Integrated Laboratories, and the Fisheries and Marine Chemistry Laboratories at the Universitas Riau. The method used was the experimental method, designedas a non-factorial complete randomized design. The treatment conducted was addingof rebon shrimp protein hydrolysate at 4 level concentrations (0%, 5%, 10% dan 15%). The variables assessed were the quality of organoleptic (appearance, texture, odor, flavor) and the proximate composition. The results showed that the proteinhydrolysate of rebon shrimp at concentration of 15% was the best treatment and in accordance to the quality standards of dried noodles (SNI 01-2974-1996), indicated bythe highest organoleptic qualityof the dried noodles produced, including: the appearance that was brown, less attractive, whole, less neat; the texture that was dry and compact; the aroma that was quite fragrant, spesific rebon shrimp; and the taste that was quite tasty and shrimp flavored. The proximate composition ofthe best product was presented by the content of moisture, ash, fat, protein, and carbohydrate at 7.55%,1.02%, 0.17%, 16.76%, and 74.49%, respectively.Keywords: Hydrolysate protein, rebon shrimp, sago noodles

scholarly journals The IFRS 17 contractual service margin: a life insurance perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Yousuf ◽  
J. Stansfield ◽  
K. Malde ◽  
N. Mirin ◽  
R. Walton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Market Value ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Insurance Contract ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Insurance Contracts ◽  
Ifrs 4 ◽  
Insurance Perspective ◽  
To Come

Abstract IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts is a new accounting standard currently expected to come into force on 1 January 2023. It supersedes IFRS 4 Insurance Contracts. IFRS 17 establishes key principles that entities must apply in all aspects of the accounting of insurance contracts. In doing so, the Standard aims to increase the usefulness, comparability, transparency and quality of financial statements. A fundamental concept introduced by IFRS 17 is the contractual service margin (CSM). This represents the unearned profit that an entity expects to earn as it provides services. However, as a principles-based standard, IFRS 17 results in entities having to apply significant judgement when determining the inputs, assumptions and techniques it uses to determine the CSM at each reporting period. In general, the Standard resolves broad categories of mismatches which arise under IFRS 4. Notable examples include mismatches between assets recorded at current market value and liabilities calculated using fixed discount rates as well as inconsistencies in the timing of profit recognition over the duration of an insurance contract. However, there are requirements of IFRS 17 that may create economic or accounting mismatches of its own. For example, new mismatches could arise between the measurement of underlying contracts and the corresponding reinsurance held. Additionally, mismatches can still arise between the measurement of liabilities and the assets that support the liabilities. This paper explores the technical, operational and commercial issues that arise across these and other areas focusing on the CSM. As a standard that is still very much in its infancy, and for which wider consensus on topics is yet to be achieved, this paper aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the issues and opportunities that accompany it.

scholarly journals Influence of Bagging on the Development and Quality of Fruits

Plants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 358
Author(s):  
Muhammad Moaaz Ali ◽  
Raheel Anwar ◽  
Ahmed F. Yousef ◽  
Binqi Li ◽  
Andrea Luvisi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Consumer Choice ◽  
Abiotic Factors ◽  
Market Value ◽  
Quality Attribute ◽  
Export Markets ◽  
External Appearance ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Main Determinants

Fruit quality is certainly influenced by biotic and abiotic factors, and a main quality attribute is the external appearance of the fruit. Various possible agronomical approaches are able to regulate the fruit microenvironment and, consequently, improve fruit quality and market value. Among these, fruit bagging has recently become an integral part of fruits’ domestic and export markets in countries such as Japan, China, Korea Australia and the USA because it is a safe and eco-friendly technique to protect fruits from multiple stresses, preserving or improving the overall quality. Despite increasing global importance, the development of suitable bagging materials and, above all, their use in the field is quite laborious, so that serious efforts are required to enhance and standardize bagging material according to the need of the crops/fruits. This review provides information about the effects of bagging technique on the fruit aspect and texture, which are the main determinants of consumer choice.

scholarly journals Drying Characteristics and Physical and Nutritional Properties of Shrimp Meat as Affected by Different Traditional Drying Techniques

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. T. Akonor ◽  
H. Ofori ◽  
N. T. Dziedzoave ◽  
N. K. Kortei
Keyword(s):  
Ash Content ◽  
Moisture Loss ◽  
Drying Methods ◽  
Moisture Removal ◽  
Solar Drying ◽  
Nutritional Properties ◽  
Drying Characteristics ◽  
Red Color ◽  
Drying Techniques

The influence of different drying methods on physical and nutritional properties of shrimp meat was investigated in this study. Peeled shrimps were dried separately using an air-oven dryer and a tunnel solar dryer. The drying profile of shrimp meat was determined in the two drying systems by monitoring moisture loss over the drying period. Changes in color, proximate composition, and rehydration capacity were assessed. The rate of moisture removal during solar drying was faster than the air-oven drying. The development of red color during drying was comparable among the two methods, but solar-dried shrimps appeared darker (L⁎=47.4) than the air-oven-dried (L⁎=49.0). Chemical analysis indicated that protein and fat made up nearly 20% and 2% (wb) of the shrimp meat, respectively. Protein and ash content of shrimp meat dried under the two dryer types were comparable but fat was significantly (p<0.05) higher in oven-dried meat (2.1%), compared to solar-dried meat (1.5%). Although rehydration behavior of shrimp from the two drying systems followed a similar pattern, solar-dried shrimp absorbed moisture more rapidly. The results have demonstrated that different approaches to drying may affect the physical and nutritional quality of shrimp meat differently.

scholarly journals Quality Characteristics of Semi-Moist Apricot-Cornflakes: Effect of Different Composite Coating Application and Storage Time

Coatings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 516
Author(s):  
Roghieh Sakooei-Vayghan ◽  
Seyed Hadi Peighambardoust ◽  
Rubén Domínguez ◽  
Mirian Pateiro ◽  
José M. Lorenzo
Keyword(s):  
Storage Time ◽  
Composite Coatings ◽  
Protein Isolate ◽  
Quality Characteristics ◽  
Moisture Loss ◽  
Coating Application ◽  
Hot Air ◽  
And Storage ◽  
Β Carotene

The effect of different composite coatings on quality of semi-moist apricot cubes mixed with cornflakes was investigated during 180 days of storage. The apricot cubes were osmotically dehydrated (OD) and coated before hot-air drying (HAD) at 60 °C. Chitosan-bees wax (CBW) and whey protein isolate-bees wax-oleic acid (WPI-BW-OA) coatings were applied after HAD and the samples were added to cornflakes. Application of OD and pectin-ascorbic acid (Pec-AA) coating (prior to HAD) and WPI-BW-OA coating (after HAD) led to significant retention of total phenol compounds, β-carotene and antioxidant activity in apricot cubes compared to uncoated and CBW-coated samples. WPI-BW-OA-coated samples gave significantly higher L* values (lighter color) and b* values (more creamy or yellowish color) and lower a* values (less reddish color) and browning values than control followed by CBW-coated apricots at any time of storage (p < 0.05). The rate of apricot moisture loss and cornflakes moisture gain was higher in uncoated apricot cubes, followed by CBW- and WPI-BW-OA-coated samples. Application of WPI-BW-OA coating was effective in retaining the crispness measured by lower firmness (Fmax) values in cornflakes upon storage. Based on the obtained results, WPI-BW-OA coating allowed effectively preserving the quality characteristics of semi-moist apricot cubes and cornflakes components in the mixed state.

scholarly journals Proximate Composition and Its Seasonality of the Mediterranean Green Crab:Carcinus aestuariiNardo, 1847 (Brachyura, Portunidae), in Southern Tunisian Waters (Central Mediterranean)

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sonia Baklouti ◽  
Abdelkarim Derbali ◽  
Khalifa Dhieb ◽  
Wassim Kammoun ◽  
Othman Jarboui
Keyword(s):  
Proximate Composition ◽  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Central Mediterranean ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Lipid Contents ◽  
Size Groups ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Edible Parts

The Mediterranean green crabCarcinus aestuariiwas recorded in Tunisian waters several years ago. However, since its record in the Gulf of Gabes, no studies have been carried out about the spread of this crab. Because there is a lack of nutritional information concerning this species, this study aimed to characterize the chemical composition of hepatopancreas and gonads ofCarcinus aestuariiin view of potential health implication for consumers and to determine the seasonal nutritional quality of females and males taken separately for various size groups. In this study, a total of 1399 individuals were collected along the Sfax coast. The nutritional value of various edible parts ofCarcinus aestuariiwas evaluated, and gender differences in terms of edible yield and proximate composition, protein, mineral, lipid, and water content, were compared for season, age, and sex. The biochemical compositions were strongly influenced by sex, age, and seasons. The highest protein and lipid contents were detected in gonads and hepatopancreas of females. Autumn was the season with the highest protein content and lowest fat content. Therefore, people with particular diets constrains should consume the ovaries of females in autumn and it should moderate in winter. The hepatopancreas and gonads from Tunisian waters can be a good source of proteins and mineral.

Heuristics as a new way of adjusting the end market value

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 1581-1599
Author(s):  
Semen Yu. BOGATYREV
Keyword(s):  
Behavioral Finance ◽  
Market Value ◽  
Measurement Methods ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Emotional Impact ◽  
Psychological Measurement ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Financial Decision ◽  
The Cost

Subject. The study deals with heuristics as measures of the emotional impact of people who judge about the value and the final result of the valuation. I review ranges of the value variance when influenced by irrational factors. From psychological perspectives, some phenomena are explained with a set of heuristics that exist as part of behavioral finance. Objectives. Referring to the completed studies, I implement elements of behavioral finance, such as heuristics into the method for assessing how financial decision-makers and their emotions influence the value. Methods. The article is based on methods of induction and deduction to process survey results. Results. The article reveals the content of key methods for measuring emotions of financial decision-maker, which conclude on the value, being influenced by heuristics. I demonstrate tools for implementing psychological measurement methods as part of valuation. Conclusions and Relevance. Considering heuristics of value decision-makers, the appraiser and the cost analyst approximate the valuation result to the real conditions, when market actors are irrational. Doing so, they contribute to the quality of the result of appraisal. The findings are applicable to the practice of appraisers, cost analysts, fundamental analysts. Heuristics enrich and expands the classical apparatus of valuation and increases its quality.

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