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Effect Of Full Drying Temperature On The Aroma Of Baked Green Tea, Qi Yugang, Ma Zhuotao, Yin Xuchao, Ji Changzhong Jun 2026

Effect Of Full Drying Temperature On The Aroma Of Baked Green Tea, Qi Yugang, Ma Zhuotao, Yin Xuchao, Ji Changzhong

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of full drying temperature on the aroma of baked green tea.[Methods] Baked green tea was prepared at different full drying temperatures, and its aroma was evaluated using sensory analysis. The key aroma components and their content differences between different full drying temperatures were analyzed using headspace solid -phase microextraction -gas chromatography -mass spectrometry (HS-SPME -GC-MS).[Results] The aroma score of the baked green tea improved when the full drying temperature was 80 ℃. A total of 79 aroma components were identified in the baked green tea samples made at five different full drying temperatures. Based on …


Rapid Geographical Origin Identification Of Amomum Villosum Using Electronic Nose And Electronic Tongue Technologies, Zheng Meijuan, Wang Xiaoping, Wang Jing Jun 2026

Rapid Geographical Origin Identification Of Amomum Villosum Using Electronic Nose And Electronic Tongue Technologies, Zheng Meijuan, Wang Xiaoping, Wang Jing

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To develop a rapid method for identifying the geographical origin of Amomum villosum based on intelligent sensory technology.[Methods] Amomum villosum samples from four origins:Yangchun (Guangdong), Changtai (Fujian), Chengmai (Hainan), and Xishuangbanna (Yunnan),are used as the research materials. A PEN 3 electronic nose and a TS -5000 Z electronic tongue are employed to collect their aroma and taste profiles, respectively. Principal component analysis (PCA),linear discriminant analysis (LDA),and sensor loading analysis are applied to discriminate samples from different origins.[Results] The response values of the 10 electronic nose sensors vary significantly, among which the W 5S sensor, sensitive to nitrogen oxides, exhibits …


Realistic Dilemmas And Optimization Pathways Of Investigative Collaboration In Crimes Of Producing And Selling Toxic And Harmful Food From The Perspective Of Collaborative Governance, Yu Baohua Jun 2026

Realistic Dilemmas And Optimization Pathways Of Investigative Collaboration In Crimes Of Producing And Selling Toxic And Harmful Food From The Perspective Of Collaborative Governance, Yu Baohua

Food and Machinery

Article 144 of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China explicitly stipulates the crime of producing and selling toxic and harmful food. An analysis employing analytical frameworks such as collaborative governance theory, intergovernmental relations theory, and digital governance theory reveals that an institutional framework for investigative collaboration concerning such crimes has preliminarily taken shape, and collaborative models at the practical operational level are undergoing continuous innovation. However, examined from the perspective of effectiveness, there remains considerable room for improvement in terms of information sharing, evidence conversion, and the execution mechanism of cross-regional and cross-departmental collaboration. The underlying causes …


Intelligent Temperature And Humidity Control System For Daqu Fermentation Rooms Using Smith Predictor-Based Fuzzy Pid, Yang Haili, Liao Xilong, Liu Sai, Hu Xinjun, Li Lan, Xie Liangliang, Chen Shan, Fei Lei Jun 2026

Intelligent Temperature And Humidity Control System For Daqu Fermentation Rooms Using Smith Predictor-Based Fuzzy Pid, Yang Haili, Liao Xilong, Liu Sai, Hu Xinjun, Li Lan, Xie Liangliang, Chen Shan, Fei Lei

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To address the strong delay and nonlinearity in the Daqu fermentation process.[Methods] This study proposes a coordinated control strategy combining a Smith predictor and fuzzy proportional -integral -derivative (PID). By establishing a mathematical model of the fermentation process, the Smith predictor is used to compensate for the delay. Combined with fuzzy rules, the PID parameters are tuned online, achieving precise control of temperature and humidity.[Results] Compared with traditional and fuzzy PID control, the temperature overshoot is reduced by 23.3% and 4.7%,respectively,while the adjustment time is shortened by 15.81% and 11.53%,respectively. For humidity, the overshoot is reduced by 31.4% and …


Detection Of Early Browning Inside Fragrant Pears Based On Time-Frequency Images Of Acoustic And Vibration Signals, Zhang Feng, Yu Junyang, Xiao Ping, Zhang Hui, Wang Kai Jun 2026

Detection Of Early Browning Inside Fragrant Pears Based On Time-Frequency Images Of Acoustic And Vibration Signals, Zhang Feng, Yu Junyang, Xiao Ping, Zhang Hui, Wang Kai

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To explore the detection efficacy of models constructed by combining time-frequency image features of the fragrant pears in acoustic and vibration with machine learning algorithms.[Methods] Acoustic and vibration signals are collected from fragrant pears exhibiting varying degrees of internal browning using a custom-built non-destructive detection device. Time-frequency images are transformed using the short-time Fourier transform (STFT),continuous wavelet transform (CWT), and the S-transform. Then, texture feature parameters in 15 time-frequency domains are extracted, respectively, from 3 types of time-frequency images using the Gray-Gradient Co-occurrence Matrix (GGCM). Additionally, correlation analysis is performed between these feature parameters and the fragrant pear browning …


A Rapid Quality Inspection Method For Refrigerated Fish Based On Improved Plsr-Yolov 13, Wu Xia, Tian Erlin, Wang Qifeng, Zhu Cong Jun 2026

A Rapid Quality Inspection Method For Refrigerated Fish Based On Improved Plsr-Yolov 13, Wu Xia, Tian Erlin, Wang Qifeng, Zhu Cong

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To effectively solve the problems of complex operation, long time consumption, insufficient accuracy, and difficulty in balancing speed and accuracy in existing quality inspection methods for refrigerated fish.[Methods] On the basis of a food quality inspection system that integrates multiple detection technologies, a rapid quality inspection method for refrigerated fish that combines hyperspectral data and machine vision is constructed. The hyperspectral imaging technology is employed to collect spectral data of refrigerated fish, and the data are preprocessed and input into an improved partial least squares regression model to achieve accurate determination of total volatile basic nitrogen content, and then …


Effects Of Synergistic Preservation Technology On Quality And Shelf Life Of Meat Buns Under Room Temperature Storage, Li Shumin, Yu Xin, Du Ting, Wu Yina, Du Xinjun Jun 2026

Effects Of Synergistic Preservation Technology On Quality And Shelf Life Of Meat Buns Under Room Temperature Storage, Li Shumin, Yu Xin, Du Ting, Wu Yina, Du Xinjun

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To develop a synergistic preservation scheme for meat buns that balances safety and quality stability, thereby achieving a 7-day safe shelf life during room temperature storage.[Methods] High-temperature high-pressure sterilization or stewing is adopted as the core pretreatment procedure. The wrapper is added with calcium propionate (0.15 g/kg ),while the meat filling is incorporated with compound preservatives including sodium diacetate (1.5 g/kg ), potassium sorbate (0.060 g/kg ), and ε-polylysine (0.20 g/kg ). Combined with the synergistic effects of modified atmosphere packaging and preservation pads, a storage environment is constructed to continuously inhibit microbial regrowth and delay oxidation.[Results] The meat …


Effects Of Ozone Treatment At Different Concentrations On Storage Quality Of Fresh Peanuts, Yang Hui, Han Junhao, Xie Yongkang, Li Ping, Cao Shina Jun 2026

Effects Of Ozone Treatment At Different Concentrations On Storage Quality Of Fresh Peanuts, Yang Hui, Han Junhao, Xie Yongkang, Li Ping, Cao Shina

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To study the preservation effect of ozone on fresh peanuts.[Methods] "Four Red" fresh peanuts were used as experimental materials. Peanuts were treated with ozone at different concentrations (10,30,and 50 mg/L ) and stored at (4 ± 1) ℃ for 15 days. Edible quality, nutritional quality, and safety quality were measured every 3 days.[Results] The effects of ozone treatment on the post-harvest storage quality of fresh peanuts varied with concentration. Compared with the control group, medium-to-low concentration ozone treatment (≤30 mg/L ) effectively reduced peanut mass loss, inhibited mold development and microbial growth, maintained stable kernel color and good texture, …


Effects Of Air-Impingement Jet Drying On Drying Characteristics , Color , Nutritional Quality And Antioxidant Capacity Of Prunus Armeniaca L. Cv. Diaogan, Cheng Hui, Gao Jianrui, Li Chunqi, Lu Chunxia Jun 2026

Effects Of Air-Impingement Jet Drying On Drying Characteristics , Color , Nutritional Quality And Antioxidant Capacity Of Prunus Armeniaca L. Cv. Diaogan, Cheng Hui, Gao Jianrui, Li Chunqi, Lu Chunxia

Food and Machinery

[Objective] Air-impingement jet drying technology is applied to explore the influence of drying temperature and air velocity on the drying characteristics, color, nutritional quality and antioxidant capacity of Prunus armeniaca L.cv.Diaogan.[Methods] P.armeniaca samples are blanched and then dried at different temperatures (40,45,50,55,60 ℃) and air velocity (6,8,10,12,14 m/s), respectively. The drying characteristics, color, soluble sugar contents, total acid contents, total phenol contents and antioxidant activity were measured.[Results] The air-impingement jet drying of P.armeniaca primarily falls into a rate-falling drying process. The drying curve and drying rate curve are significantly (P<0.05) affected by drying temperature but not significantly (P>0.05) by air velocity. The contents of soluble sugar, ascorbic …


Effects Of Wrinkled Pea Meal Replacement Powder On Glucose And Lipid Metabolism Disorders And Gut Microbiota In Mice, Cui Yajun, Hong Lingyu, Zhou Sumei, He Yuhua, Yao Yang, Hou Dianzhi Jun 2026

Effects Of Wrinkled Pea Meal Replacement Powder On Glucose And Lipid Metabolism Disorders And Gut Microbiota In Mice, Cui Yajun, Hong Lingyu, Zhou Sumei, He Yuhua, Yao Yang, Hou Dianzhi

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effects of wrinkled pea meal replacement powder on glucose and lipid metabolism disorders and gut microbiota.[Methods] A 12-week intervention experiment was conducted using a high-fat diet-fed mouse model. Changes in key indicators,including mouse phenotypes,blood biochemical parameters, histopathology, and gut microbial composition, were systematically monitored.[Results] Wrinkled pea meal replacement powder significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, area under the blood glucose curve, and serum levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in high-fat-fed mice (P<0.05). It effectively alleviated hepatic steatosis, reduced serum alanine aminotransferase levels (P<0.05), and significantly mitigated hepatocyte damage. Additionally, consumption of wrinkled pea meal replacement powder significantly regulated gut microecological imbalance induced by a high-fat diet, increased gut microbial richness, decreased the Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio, and increased the relative abundance of beneficial bacteria, including norank_f_ Muribaculaceae, norank_o_ Clostridia _UCG- 014, and Bifidobacterium.[Conclusion] Wrinkled pea meal replacement powder has potential application value in improving glucose and lipid metabolism and regulating gut health.


Anti-Inflammatory Effect Of Sipunculus Nudus Collagen Peptide And Its Mechanism In Skin Wound Repair Promotion In Mice, Huang Haoyang, Zhang Junyi, Shen Weiqiang, Cao Wenhong, Lin Haisheng Jun 2026

Anti-Inflammatory Effect Of Sipunculus Nudus Collagen Peptide And Its Mechanism In Skin Wound Repair Promotion In Mice, Huang Haoyang, Zhang Junyi, Shen Weiqiang, Cao Wenhong, Lin Haisheng

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To explore the repairing effect of Sipunculus nudus collagen peptide (SNCP ) on skin wounds and clarify its potential efficacy in anti -inflammation, oxidative stress regulation,and wound repair promotion.[Methods] Collagen is extracted from the body wall of S.nudus via the hot water extraction method, and SNCP is subsequently prepared through enzymolysis and ultrafiltration. Then,the lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced RAW 264.7 cell inflammation model and the whole cortex wound inflammation model in mice are employed to detect the effect of SNCP on cytotoxicity and cell morphology, as well as the inflammatory, antioxidant, and growth factors in mouse wound tissues.[Results] At 50 to …


Effect Of Garlic Paste Addition On Volatile Flavor Substances In Crayfish Tails, Tu Jianqiu, Fu Wenjun, Yang Xiaocong, Jing Lixiang, Zhu Jing, Li Jianfang Jun 2026

Effect Of Garlic Paste Addition On Volatile Flavor Substances In Crayfish Tails, Tu Jianqiu, Fu Wenjun, Yang Xiaocong, Jing Lixiang, Zhu Jing, Li Jianfang

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To investigate the effect of garlic paste addition on volatile flavor substances and color attributes of crayfish tails, and provide a theoretical basis for flavor standardization in industrial production.[Methods] This paper adopts gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry (GC-IMS ) combined with colorimetric analysis to study the characteristics of volatile components and color parameters (L*,a*,b* values ) of crayfish tails under garlic paste additions of 0%,4.4%,8.8%,13.2%,17.6%,and 22.0%. Principal component analysis (PCA ) is applied to analyze flavor differences.[Results] Colorimetric analysis reveals that garlic paste addition significantly decreases L* from 45.69 to 34.50 and b* from 39.24 to 29.94 (P<0.05), while a* values show a significant difference under the garlic paste addition of more than 13.2% (P<0.05). A total of 53 volatile substances are identified by GC-IMS, and their total content increases gradually with the rising garlic paste addition (highest value in the 22% group at 18 749 and lowest value in the control group at 10 758). Camphene, 2-ethylbutanoic acid, 2-methylbutyl acetate, allyl isothiocyanate, and heptanal are identified as intrinsic flavor markers of crayfish meat. Key contributors to flavor include camphene, 1-heptanol, 3-pentenenitrile, 2,3-pentanedione, diacetyl, and isopropanol. PCA shows that the 13.2%~17.6% group exhibits significantly different flavor characteristics from other groups (PC1 contribution rate of 76%).[Conclusion] Under the garlic paste addition of 8.8%~13.2%, the optimal balance between flavor and color attributes is achieved, while excessive addition of more than 17.6% results in aldehyde overaccumulation and accelerated browning.


Optimization Of Polysaccharide Extraction Process From Chlorella Vulgaris And Their Antioxidant Activity, Wang Hua, Zhang Pengjuan, Xue Xiaodong, Liu Ziyu Jun 2026

Optimization Of Polysaccharide Extraction Process From Chlorella Vulgaris And Their Antioxidant Activity, Wang Hua, Zhang Pengjuan, Xue Xiaodong, Liu Ziyu

Food and Machinery

[Objective] To optimize the extraction process of Chlorella vulgaris polysaccharides using response surface methodology and analyze their antioxidant activity.[Methods] The extraction rate of C.vulgaris polysaccharides is used as an evaluation index, and the single factor method is used to select the three factors with the greatest impact on the polysaccharide extraction rate. Box-Behnken design is used to optimize the extraction process. The antioxidant capacity of C.vulgaris polysaccharides is evaluated by DPPH scavenging rate, hydroxyl radical scavenging rate and total reducing power.[Results] The optimal extraction conditions are determined as follows: sodium hydroxide mass concentration of 1.70 g/100 mL, extraction temperature of …


Zinc Biofortification Technologies , Edible Safety , And Physiological Function Regulation In Edible Mushrooms, Wu Bingbing, Shi Nengpai, Su Jianwei, Hou Xuemei, Lin Xiangyang Jun 2026

Zinc Biofortification Technologies , Edible Safety , And Physiological Function Regulation In Edible Mushrooms, Wu Bingbing, Shi Nengpai, Su Jianwei, Hou Xuemei, Lin Xiangyang

Food and Machinery

Zinc (Zn) is an essential trace element for humans, and dietary zinc deficiency is an important global public health issue. Edible mushrooms have become highly promising carriers for zinc biofortification due to their natural mineral accumulation ability and the capacity to convert inorganic zinc into organically bound states with higher bioavailability. The enrichment and absorption of zinc, intracellular homeostasis regulation, and subcellular distribution patterns during the cultivation process of edible mushrooms were summarized, and the key factors influencing the efficiency of zinc biofortification, including fungal species, zinc sources (inorganic, organic, or nano forms ),application methods,and cultivation conditions, were evaluated. In …


Effects Of Thermal Processing Methods On Flavor Quality Of Fish Meat And Differential Formation Mechanisms : A Review, Zou Wanghua, Hou Xiaoyi, Liu Miao, Deng Na, Ni Panxianzhi, Li Hui, Fu Haohua, Wang Jianhui Jun 2026

Effects Of Thermal Processing Methods On Flavor Quality Of Fish Meat And Differential Formation Mechanisms : A Review, Zou Wanghua, Hou Xiaoyi, Liu Miao, Deng Na, Ni Panxianzhi, Li Hui, Fu Haohua, Wang Jianhui

Food and Machinery

Thermal processing is the most commonly used technique for fish products. Different thermal processing techniques vary in the degree of lipid oxidation, protein degradation, and Maillard reaction, as well as the synergy among these reactions, thereby differentially affecting flavor. Focusing on four typical thermal processing methods, steaming, boiling, frying, and roasting, this paper reviews the flavor change patterns in various types of fish products under different thermal processing conditions. Moreover, from the perspective of the synergy among lipid oxidation and decomposition, protein degradation, and the Maillard reaction, this paper systematically elucidates the formation mechanisms underlying the flavor substance enrichment and …


Advances In Extraction And Detection Technologies For Veterinary Drug Residues In Food, Luo Qiaoqiao, Yuan Yufeng, Jia Yunzhu, Chen Qingya, Tan Fang, Zhao Xin Jun 2026

Advances In Extraction And Detection Technologies For Veterinary Drug Residues In Food, Luo Qiaoqiao, Yuan Yufeng, Jia Yunzhu, Chen Qingya, Tan Fang, Zhao Xin

Food and Machinery

Veterinary drug residues constitute a global challenge that poses significant threats to food safety and public health. This review systematically summarizes recent advances in detection technologies for veterinary drug residues in food, with a particular focus on the performance characteristics and application status of sample extraction techniques (including liquid-liquid extraction, solid phase extraction, accelerated solvent extraction, QuEChERS, and magnetic solid phase microextraction ),as well as analytical methods (including chromatographic-mass spectrometric techniques, immunoassays, capillary electrophoresis, biosensors, and quantum dots -based approaches ). Comparative analysis reveals that accelerated solvent extraction (ASE ) and QuEChERS have emerged as mainstream pretreatment techniques owing to …


Research Progress On The Extraction Of Functional Components From Chinese Baijiu Distiller's Grains And Their High-Value Applications, Wang Yanyong, Guo Shuanghai Jun 2026

Research Progress On The Extraction Of Functional Components From Chinese Baijiu Distiller's Grains And Their High-Value Applications, Wang Yanyong, Guo Shuanghai

Food and Machinery

Chinese Baijiu distiller's grains represent a major by-product of the Baijiu brewing industry. The solid-state or liquid-state multi-strain fermentation process endows them with complex chemical compositions and functional properties, conferring considerable potential for further development. This study describes the chemical composition of Chinese Baijiu distiller's grains, discusses the differences in functional components arising from the brewing processes of various Baijiu aroma types, and evaluates advanced extraction techniques targeting core components, including proteins, dietary fibers, and polyphenols. The biological activities of Chinese Baijiu distiller's grain extracts, such as antioxidant, antihypertensive, and immunoregulatory effects, as well as their underlying mechanisms of action, …


Substantial Nighttime Evapotranspiration In Lettuce Grown Under Controlled-Environment Conditions, Claudia Garrido-Ruiz, Juan D. González-Teruel, Scott B. Jones, Bruce Bugbee Jun 2026

Substantial Nighttime Evapotranspiration In Lettuce Grown Under Controlled-Environment Conditions, Claudia Garrido-Ruiz, Juan D. González-Teruel, Scott B. Jones, Bruce Bugbee

Plants, Soils, and Climate Faculty Publications

Nighttime evapotranspiration (ETn) has been widely reported across plant species, yet its magnitude and physiological significance in controlled-environment crop production remain poorly understood. This study quantified ETn in lettuce (Lactuca sativa L. cv. Outredgeous) grown under controlled-environment conditions and evaluated nighttime-to-daytime ET dynamics under contrasting surface cover conditions. Plants were grown in peat-based root modules operated as zero-drainage systems, allowing ET to be quantified from continuous mass loss of individual nutrient reservoirs. Two surface treatments were compared: uncovered growth media and growth media covered with flexible silicone-rubber sheets incorporated as part of the evaluated growth-system configuration, which …


Synthetic-Chicken-Fillets, Chirantan Sen Mukherjee, Seung-Chul Yoon, William J. Beksi Jun 2026

Synthetic-Chicken-Fillets, Chirantan Sen Mukherjee, Seung-Chul Yoon, William J. Beksi

Agriculture

This Synthetic-Chicken-Fillets dataset contains 1,000 synthetic 3D meshes designed to capture the natural variance and size diversity of real broiler fillets. The collection was developed to test automated woody breast detection algorithms within a physics-based simulation environment. We utilized a seed dataset of 2D depth maps derived from 40 real-world RGBD point cloud scans. These real depth maps were fed into a few-shot transfer learning pipeline using a generative adversarial network architecture. The resulting generated depth maps were reconstructed back into 3D meshes. The length and thickness of each mesh were randomly scaled based on physical measurements of real broiler …


Agrivoltaic Shading Reduces Soil Greenhouse Gas Fluxes In A Semi-Arid Vineyard, Marcelo Gomes Da Silva, Rafael M. Almeida, Carine Cocco, Engil Pereira Jun 2026

Agrivoltaic Shading Reduces Soil Greenhouse Gas Fluxes In A Semi-Arid Vineyard, Marcelo Gomes Da Silva, Rafael M. Almeida, Carine Cocco, Engil Pereira

School of Earth, Environmental, & Marine Sciences Faculty Publications

Agrivoltaic systems are expanding in semi-arid regions, raising questions about how panel driven shading alters soil greenhouse gas exchange. We used automated chambers to measure high frequency soil CO2, N2O, and CH4 fluxes in a newly established vineyard agrivoltaic system in Texas across three shading intensities (0%, 35%, 88%) that represent the light environment beneath panels as shaped by panel tilt and solar trajectory. Shading primarily cooled the soil, reducing mean soil temperature from 35.9 °C (0%) to 32.5 °C (35%) and 30.5 °C (88%), while mean soil water content shifted modestly (0.125, 0.106, and 0.130 m3 m−3, respectively). Over …


Soil Health Analysis (Lesson 2), Mara Johnson, Madhav P. Nepal, Jiyul Chang Jun 2026

Soil Health Analysis (Lesson 2), Mara Johnson, Madhav P. Nepal, Jiyul Chang

iLEARN Teaching Resources

In this lesson, students will build on the previous lesson (reading and analyzing the Three Sisters chapter from Braiding Sweetgrass) by experimenting on soil in their schoolyard. Students will collect soil samples from multiple locations around their school grounds and evaluate soil texture, structure, infiltration, color, organic matter, and pH. Students Through field observations and laboratory analysis, students examine how soil characteristics influence plant growth and ecosystem health. Students connect modern soil science with Indigenous agricultural knowledge, particularly the Three Sisters planting system described in Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. By exploring how healthy soil supports sustainable agriculture, …


Soil Nutrients And Composting (Lesson 3), Mara Johnson, Jiyul Chang, Madhav P. Nepal Jun 2026

Soil Nutrients And Composting (Lesson 3), Mara Johnson, Jiyul Chang, Madhav P. Nepal

iLEARN Teaching Resources

In this lesson, students investigate how nutrient cycling contributes to soil health and agricultural sustainability. Building upon previous lessons on the Three Sisters planting system and soil health analysis, students explore composting as a strategy for restoring nutrients in soils. Students learn the roles of carbon-rich "browns" and nitrogen-rich "greens" in decomposition and construct miniature composting systems using locally available organic materials. Through observation, data collection, and long-term monitoring, students analyze how microorganisms recycle nutrients and convert organic matter into fertile soil amendments. Students connect composting to traditional ecological knowledge, food sovereignty, environmental stewardship, and sustainable agriculture while evaluating how …


Impact Of Different Light Emitting Diodes (Leds) Treatments On The Quality And Bioactive Compounds Of Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus L.) Fruit During Cold, Imad Eldin Abbas Yousif Jun 2026

Impact Of Different Light Emitting Diodes (Leds) Treatments On The Quality And Bioactive Compounds Of Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus L.) Fruit During Cold, Imad Eldin Abbas Yousif

Thesis/ Dissertation Defenses

Extending postharvest quality and maintaining the nutritional value of cucumber fruit requires specific storage conditions to postpone senescence and enhance marketability. The postharvest lightening environment is a main factor that influences quality preservation for harvested biomass. The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of different light emitting diodes (LEDs) spectra (green, red, blue, and white LEDs) alone or in combination with 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) on postharvest quality and bioactive compounds of cucumberfruit during cold storage. For 16 days at 5°C, fruits were either exposed to white, red, blue, or green LEDs or left in the dark (control). For …


Unh Extension Pollinator Garden Certification Application, Shyloh Favreau Jun 2026

Unh Extension Pollinator Garden Certification Application, Shyloh Favreau

UNH Cooperative Extension

When you certify your garden or landscape through The UNH Extension Pollinator Garden Certification Program, you become part of a growing community committed to creating meaningful habitat for pollinators through sustainable, science-based practices. Grounded in research, education, and shared learning, the program supports gardeners of all experience levels in contributing to the health and diversity of native pollinators. From plant selection to pollinator-friendly management practices, this application will guide you in planning, refining, and developing your garden into a safe, resilient habitat for native bees and other pollinating insects.

UNH Extension staff and Master Gardener volunteers are here to …


National Agricultural Library (Nal) Search., Leah Everitt, Sonya Lemke Jun 2026

National Agricultural Library (Nal) Search., Leah Everitt, Sonya Lemke

Publications

SEARCH is the USDA National Agricultural Library (NAL)'s main discovery platform that provides integrated access to the NAL Digital Collections, Special Collections, PubAg and AGRICOLA. NAL SEARCH is a valuable tool for health science librarians, students, and professionals seeking veterinary science, nutrition, or animal experiment alternatives. This article aims to give users a comprehensive overview of this resource.


City Farm Slo: A Case Study Of Nonprofit Regenerative Agriculture, Carver Tunnell Jun 2026

City Farm Slo: A Case Study Of Nonprofit Regenerative Agriculture, Carver Tunnell

Master's Theses

The focus of this thesis is to create a case study on City Farm SLO, a nonprofit based in San Luis Obispo, California, that has engaged in education and regenerative agriculture on City owned land since 2013. This case study is intended for use in undergraduate agribusiness and natural resource management courses, to encourage thoughtful discussion surrounding nonprofit and regenerative agricultural systems. The case presents the nonprofit at a time of relative success, having recently secured a lease renewal, extending stewardship 40 years into the future. However, the reliance on grants and donations threatens the security of the operation going …


Exploring Regenerative Vegetable Systems On The Central Coast Of California, Una S. O'Connell Jun 2026

Exploring Regenerative Vegetable Systems On The Central Coast Of California, Una S. O'Connell

Master's Theses

As climate change and current agricultural practices place pressure on the long term sustainability and resilience of food production systems, there is growing interest in whether existing agricultural systems can adapt to maintain productivity while improving environmental outcomes.

This study evaluated the effects of regenerative versus standard organic vegetable production systems on yield, insect communities, and weed suppression across three field trials conducted on California's Central Coast. In addition, I collected baseline soil health data for all trials. Trials 1 and 2 were carried out at the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Organic Farm using cabbage and broccoli as cash …


Sustainable Management Of Soilborne Pathogens In Strawberry Production Through Host Resistance And Sanitation Practices, Maria G. Alvarez Arredondo Jun 2026

Sustainable Management Of Soilborne Pathogens In Strawberry Production Through Host Resistance And Sanitation Practices, Maria G. Alvarez Arredondo

Master's Theses

Strawberry production in California is significantly impacted by soilborne pathogens that reduce plant productivity and increase management costs. This research addressed management of these pathogens through two independent approaches: evaluation of host resistance in strawberry cultivars and assessment of sanitation practices for reducing pathogen movement between fields.

Macrophomina root rot, caused by Macrophomina phaseolina, was evaluated over two growing seasons (2024–2025 and 2025–2026) using field trials at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. In Year 1, disease incidence varied widely among genotypes, with mortality ranging from 1.3% to 88.8% and an average mortality of 26.4%. Area under the …


Land-Based Learning As A Catalyst For Climate-Resilient And Sustainable Food Systems, Bashir Adelodun, Tammara Soma, Emmanuel Sulle Jun 2026

Land-Based Learning As A Catalyst For Climate-Resilient And Sustainable Food Systems, Bashir Adelodun, Tammara Soma, Emmanuel Sulle

Arusha Climate and Environmental Research Centre

Climate change increasingly threatens agricultural productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods, with significant impacts in regions experiencing environmental and socio-economic vulnerabilities. While technological innovations are central to advancing climate-resilient agriculture, locally embedded knowledge systems are equally critical for enabling adaptive and sustainable food systems. This study examines how land-based learning (LBL) contributes to climate resilience through intergenerational knowledge transfer and context-specific adaptation practices. The study employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, with a systematic literature search conducted across major scientific databases, i.e., Scopus and Web of Science using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Eligible …


3dcotton, Md Ahmed Al Muzaddid, William J. Beksi Jun 2026

3dcotton, Md Ahmed Al Muzaddid, William J. Beksi

Agriculture - Archive

3DCotton is an image dataset consisting of 8 cotton plants recorded at the Texas A&M University Research Farm. The images were captured using an Apple iPhone at a resolution of 1040x1920 pixels. Approximately 150 images per plant were taken from a distance of 1 m by recording multiple viewpoints. These images can be utilized for developing 3D reconstruction methods.