Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action,
2021
All Farmers' Association
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action, Kabir Ibrahim Mnia, Fnim, Acc
Economic and Financial Review
This paper seeks to advise on how to tackle the skyrocketing prices of food being experienced today all over the nation and to get the Government to take urgent and proactive actions to avert the pain being experienced by the entire Nigerian people.
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action,
2021
Bank of Agriculture
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action, Alwan A. Hassan
Economic and Financial Review
Nigeria suffers from food insecurity and poverty. It is estimated that the number of hungry people in Nigeria is over 53 million, which is about 25.0 per cent of the country’s total population of about 212 million. Also, about 43.0 per cent of Nigerians live below the poverty line. These statistics are worrisome, given that Nigeria, in the 1950s and 1960s, was not only self-sufficient in food production, but was also a net exporter of food to other regions of the continent (Ajayeoba, 2010). A nation is food secure when food is available and accessible in sufficient quantity and quality …
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action,
2021
Rontol Ventures Ltd., Lagos
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action, Adeleye O. Oyebade Mni
Economic and Financial Review
Food is defined by Britannica, a web-based encyclopaedia, as any substance consisting of protein, carbohydrate, fat, and other nutrients used in the body of an organism to sustain growth and vital processes, and to furnish energy.8 In a similar definition, Wikipedia described food as any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for an organism; adding that food is usually of plant, animal or fungal origin, and contains essential nutrients. The above definitions explain why food is viewed as an essential need of life. However, the production of food has been declining in recent times for some reasons, including the adverse …
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action,
2021
University of Uyo
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action, Gabriel S. Umoh
Economic and Financial Review
This paper reviews food crisis and its causes in Nigeria. It takes the position that food crisis has been simmering in Nigeria for the past couple of years and identifies policy instability, poor policy implementation and declining household purchasing power, among others as the major causes of food crisis. It recommends strong policy support and implementation, automatic indexation of wages and pensions and other measures to curb food crisis in the country.
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action,
2021
University of Uyo
Averting The Looming Food Crisis: A Clarion Call To Immediate And Near-Term Policy Action, Emmanuel A. Onwioduokit
Economic and Financial Review
Discussions on food security have gained traction in the recent past, especially in Africa and other developing economies. Several horrifying images of famished families, particularly around “The Horn of Africa” including Somalia, Ethiopia, and some parts of Kenya, projected globally in both the print and electronic media vividly illustrate the perils of food crises. In Nigeria, food constitute a substantial share of family budgets, particularly for low-income households. When prices of essential foods items increase poorer people suffer the adverse impacts more disproportionately. While clothing and shelter are basic necessities of life, food remains the most vital, given its centrality …
Efficacy Of Selected Powdered Floor Treatments And Turmeric Rhizome Powder Against Salmonella, E. Coli, And L. Monocytogenes On Polyurethane-Concrete Flooring Material Carriers,
2021
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Efficacy Of Selected Powdered Floor Treatments And Turmeric Rhizome Powder Against Salmonella, E. Coli, And L. Monocytogenes On Polyurethane-Concrete Flooring Material Carriers, Robert Sidney Fuller
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
The flooring in a food processing environment can become contaminated with pathogenic bacteria in many ways including foot and equipment traffic, incoming materials, and drain backups. Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) rhizome powder and seventeen other commercially available powdered floor treatments with a variety of active ingredients including quaternary ammonium compounds (QAC), sodium percarbonate and similar perhydrates (SPC), urea, and borax, were investigated for reducing the levels of pathogens on flooring thereby reducing the risk of cross-contamination from the floor to food contact surfaces. Some of the commercially available floor treatments were Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered antimicrobials while others were …
Arkansas Soybean Research Studies 2020,
2021
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Arkansas Soybean Research Studies 2020, Jeremy Ross
Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Series
The 2020 Arkansas Soybean Research Studies includes research reports on topics pertaining to soybean across several disciplines from breeding to post-harvest processing. Research reports contained in this publication may represent preliminary or only data from a single year or limited results; therefore, these results should not be used as a basis for long-term recommendations. Several research reports in this publication will appear in other University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station publications. This duplication is the result of the overlap in research coverage between disciplines and our effort to inform Arkansas soybean producers of the research …
Impact Of Planting Arrangement And Drill Row Spacing For Direct-Seeded, Delayed Flood Rice,
2021
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Impact Of Planting Arrangement And Drill Row Spacing For Direct-Seeded, Delayed Flood Rice, Mary Jane Lytle
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
Direct-seeding is the most frequently utilized planting practice in Arkansas and Mid-South rice (Oryza sativa L.) production. Enhanced plant density and more rapid rice canopy formation may result from the implementation of innovative plant arrangements and spacings. Studies were initiated in 2019 and continued into 2020 to examine different cultural management practice experiments, including evaluating the impacts of planting arrangement, row spacing, and seeding rates on rice stand density, canopy coverage, grain yield, and milling yield. These small-plot trials were conducted at two locations, a silt loam site and a clay site, representative of soils produced to rice in eastern …
Enhancing Hydroxyl Radical Production In Ozone Water By New Type Static Mixer,
2021
School of Mechanical Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, China; Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Advanced Food Manufacturing Equipment Technology, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, China
Enhancing Hydroxyl Radical Production In Ozone Water By New Type Static Mixer, Liu Xin-Yu, Zhang Bo-Wen, Cui Zheng-Wei
Food and Machinery
Objective: A new type of static mixer to enhance the ozone gas-liquid phase mass transfer was established in this study. Methods: The effects of different ozone gas flow rates, liquid flow rates and liquid temperature on the concentration of ozone liquid phase and the generation of hydroxyl radicals were investigated, and were compared with the microporous aeration method and the circulating jet method. Results: With the increase of the gas-liquid flow rate, the ozone water saturation concentration and the hydroxyl radical concentration both increased; as the temperature increased, the ozone water saturation concentration decreased, but the hydroxyl radical concentration increased. …
Optimization Of Cellulase Hydrolysis Process Of Rice Bran Dietary Fiber And Its Functional Properties,
2021
School of Chemistry and Food Engineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology, Changsha, Hunan 410114, China; Hunan Multi-grain Healthy Food Engineering Technology Research Center, Changsha, Hunan 410100, China
Optimization Of Cellulase Hydrolysis Process Of Rice Bran Dietary Fiber And Its Functional Properties, Liu Yan-Lan, Liu Shuang, Lin Ben-Ping, Li Yan-Yun, Yi Cui-Ping
Food and Machinery
Objective: To study the technological conditions of preparing rice bran dietary fibers by cellulase hydrolysis, and analyze the reasons for the difference in the functional properties of different rice bran dietary fibers. Methods: Single factor experiment was used to optimize the process conditions. The chemical composition, oil holding capacity and sodium cholate adsorption capacity of rice bran dietary fibers were measured. And the microstructures of rice bran dietary fibers were observed by scanning electron microscope. Results: When the dosage of cellulase was 100 U/g, the reaction time was 5 hours, and the ratio of material to liquid （m rice bran …
The Influence Of Modifying Methods On The Adsorption Of Methylene Blue By Moringa Oleifera Seed Shelling Biochar,
2021
School of Life Science, Shanxi University, Taiyuan, Shanxi 030006, China
The Influence Of Modifying Methods On The Adsorption Of Methylene Blue By Moringa Oleifera Seed Shelling Biochar, Dong Cheng, Li Mei-Ping, Guo Cai-Xia, Yu Li-Gang
Food and Machinery
Objective: The adsorption performance of the seed-shell biochar from Moringa oleifera prepared under different technological conditions on methylene blue was investigated in this study. Methods: The magnetic seed shelling biochar (Fe3O4-MOS) and modified seed shelling biochar (KOH-MOS) were prepared by ultrasonic-assisted K2CO3-Fe3O4 co-impregnation pyrolysis and KOH impregnation pyrolysis at 1 000 ℃, respectively. The physicochemical properties of the samples were characterized by XRD, SEM and FTIR. On this basis, the adsorption characteristics of the two kinds of biochar for methylene blue (MB) solution were determined by equilibrium adsorption method. …
Effects Of Different Fixation Methods On The Quality Of Green Tea Processed By Purple Bud Leaves,
2021
Key Lab of Tea Science of Ministry of Education, Hunan Agricultral University, Changsha, Hunan 410128, China; National Research Center of Engineering Technology for Utilization of Botanical Function Ingredients, Hunan Agricultral University, Changsha, Hunan 410128, China
Effects Of Different Fixation Methods On The Quality Of Green Tea Processed By Purple Bud Leaves, Song Xian-Ying, Huang Yan-Mei, Cui Li-Dan, Xiao Wen-Jun, Gong Zhi-Hua
Food and Machinery
Objective: To explore the best fixation method of purple bud green tea. Methods: Using two or three leaves and a bud of self-selected purple bud strain 9803 as raw materials, fresh leaves were treated by microwave, pan-frying, steam and hot air to prepare green tea, and the representative green tea samples were selected for sensory evaluation and quality analysis of taste and aroma. Results: Among the four methods of fixation, the comprehensive score of sensory evaluation of microwave green tea was the highest (89.65), and the main physical and chemical components of microwave green tea, water extract, tea polyphenols, anthocyanins, …
Screening Of Lactobacillus Paracasei Hcs17-040 With Triglyceride Tunction And Study On Its Probiotic Characteristics,
2021
Jiangxi Renren Health Industry Co., Ltd., Zhangshu, Jiangxi 331200, China
Screening Of Lactobacillus Paracasei Hcs17-040 With Triglyceride Tunction And Study On Its Probiotic Characteristics, Yu Ping, Cao Lan, Jiao Yan-Ping, Zhao Di, Min Xiang-Bo
Food and Machinery
Objective: This study focuses on obtaining a Lactobacillus strain for degrading triglyceride. Methods: Lactocillus was isolated from human breast milk and the faeces of healthy infants in this study, and their triglyceride degradability was determined by single reagent （GPO-PAP） method. The strains with strong degradation ability of triglyceride were selected for morphological, physiological, biochemical and 16S rDNA identification, and their tolerance to acid, bile salt and gastrointestinal juice was determined. Results: A strain of Lactobacillus Paracasei was isolated and then named as HCS17-040 （CGMCC No 19747）, and its degradation rate of triglyceride was （42.80±1.79）%; the survival rates of the strain …
Determination And Correlation Analysis Of Organic Acids In Green Plum With Different Maturity In Different Regions,
2021
Institute of Agricultural Products Processing, Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610066, China
Determination And Correlation Analysis Of Organic Acids In Green Plum With Different Maturity In Different Regions, Zhao Xu-Zhu, Xia Chen, Zhu Yong-Qing, Chen Jian, Chen Yu
Food and Machinery
Objective: The organic acid content of green plum was determined, and the correlation between them was analyzed to provide basic data for further processing of products in Dazhou, Sichuan. Methods: The content of organic acids in green plum with different maturity was determined by HPLC, and the correlation of oxalic acid, tartaric acid, malic acid, ascorbic acid, L-lactic acid, acetic acid, citric acid, succinic acid, oleanolic acid and ursolic acid was analyzed. Results: In the same area, citric acid and malic acid in the fully ripe green plum in Jingshi town were higher than those in the seven ripe green …
Studies On Metabolites And Functions Of Soy-Based Plant Fermentation Broth,
2021
College of Food, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, Heilongjiang 163319, China
Studies On Metabolites And Functions Of Soy-Based Plant Fermentation Broth, Li Zhi-Fang, Zuo Zhao-Hang, Wang Ying, Zhang Yu, Wang Di
Food and Machinery
Objective: To explore the changes of metabolites and antioxidant activity of soybean based plant fermentation broth during fermentation. Methods: The experiment was conducted to prepare the compound fermentation liquid from kidney beans and soybean by fermentation of yeast, Lactobacillus and other probiotics, The pH value, total acid, reducing sugar, soluble solids, total phenol, flavone content and antioxidant activity in the fermentation process were analyzed. Results: The pH value of fermentation broth decreased with the extension of fermentation time and gradually stabilized at about 3.55, the total acid content increased from 0.13 mg/mL to 0.43 mg/mL, and the soluble solid content …
Analysis For Smoke Release Characteristics Of Several Central Electrical Heated Cigarettes,
2021
China Tobacco Jiangsu Industrial Co., Ltd., Nanjing, Jiangsu 210019, China
Analysis For Smoke Release Characteristics Of Several Central Electrical Heated Cigarettes, He Hong-Mei, You Xiao-Juan, Liu Xian-Jun, Zhu Xian-Yan, Wang Ming-Hui, Shi Huai-Bin, Xu Ru-Yan
Food and Machinery
Objective: Studied the smoke emission characteristics of central electric heating cigarette. Methods: The release amount and stability of total and puff-by-puff mainstream smoke were investigated by taking seven domestic cigarettes （Cigarettes A-G） and one foreign cigarette （Cigarette H） as the samples. The factors that may influence smoke release stability were discussed. Results: ① The transfer ratios of nicotine and glycerol in Cigarettes H were the lowest; ② The smoke release stability of Cigarettes H was the highest; ③ The release behavior of TPM, nicotine and glycerol on a puff-by-puff basis all showed increase-decrease trend with the increase of puff sequence, …
Study On Photoelectric Detection Method Of Nitrite Content In Food With Microfluidic Mixer Chip,
2021
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Northwest A & F University, Xianyang, Shaanxi 712100, China
Study On Photoelectric Detection Method Of Nitrite Content In Food With Microfluidic Mixer Chip, Pang Hao-Ran, Xie Jia-Qing, Guan Qi-Feng, Meng Xiao-Yu, Sun Ru-Qian, Zhou Fu-Yang
Food and Machinery
Objective: A high-precision, low-cost quantitative and rapid detection method of nitrite in food based on photoelectric detection principle was proposed, and a portable nitrite detector equipped with microfluidic mixer chip was constructed. Methods: The microfluidic mixer chip was designed to realize the rapid mixing of test samples. The mixing efficiency of the chip was verified by peristaltic fluid simulation. The influence of UV curing parameters on the microfluidic mixer chip channel accuracy was analyzed, the microfluidic mixer chip was prepared. The photoelectric detection system of nitrite was designed and established. The relationship between nitrite content and induced voltage was analyzed, …
Construction Of Off-On Electrochemiluminescence Sensor Based On Doped Graphene Quantum Dots For Continuous Determination Of Fe3+ And F-,
2021
School of Science, Qingdao Technological University, Qingdao, Shandong 266033, China
Construction Of Off-On Electrochemiluminescence Sensor Based On Doped Graphene Quantum Dots For Continuous Determination Of Fe3+ And F-, Zhang Xiao-Wei
Food and Machinery
Objective: The study focused on investigating the electrochemiluminescence properties of graphene quantum dots. Methods: By doping heteroatoms into graphene quantum dots (GQDs), the surface chemical reactivities and optical characteristics of GQDs could be effectively improved. Nitrogen and sulfur co-doped graphene quantum dots (NS-GQDs) were prepared using a one-step solonthermic method. Based on its excellent luminescent properties, an “off-on” electrochemiluminescence (ECL) sensor was constructed for the simultaneous determination of Fe3+ and F-. Results: Under the optimal conditions, the quenched ECL value of NS-GQDs was linearly related with the Fe3+ concentration in the range 0.1~460.0 μmol/L, and the …
An Aptamer Colorimetric Method Was Established To Detect Chloramphenicol In Eggs Based On Dnase-Catalyzed Reaction,
2021
Huangmei County Public Inspection and Testing Center, Huanggang, Hubei 435501, China
An Aptamer Colorimetric Method Was Established To Detect Chloramphenicol In Eggs Based On Dnase-Catalyzed Reaction, Cheng Hui, Liu Shun, Li Bo, Huang Yu-Lan, Zhou Tao
Food and Machinery
Objective: A new method for the rapid detection of chloramphenicol in eggs was established, by preparing the aptamer magnetic bead complex, based on the mechanism of inhibiting the catalytic color reaction between the DNase and heme. Methods: The aptamer and DNase was combined through complementary base pairing, and it was combined with aptamer composite magnetic beads. Furthernore, by adding different concentrations of chloramphenicol solution, the DNase and chloramphenicol nucleic acid adaptation was disintegrated by dissociation of DNase catalytic chromogenic reaction combined with hemoglobin. Results: The linear range of chloramphenicol was 0.001~100.000 mg/kg, and the absorbance was linearly correlated with the …
Evaluation Of The Uncertainty For Determination Of 6-Benzyladenine In Soybean Sprouts By Quechers High-Performance Liquid Chromatography,
2021
Zhuzhou Institute for Food and Drug Control, Zhuzhou, Hunan 412000, China
Evaluation Of The Uncertainty For Determination Of 6-Benzyladenine In Soybean Sprouts By Quechers High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Liu Fei-Bo, Wang Xi, Liu Shui-Ping
Food and Machinery
Objective: The uncertainty of HPLC method for determination of 6-benzyladenine in a soybean sproutswas evaluated by QuEChERS pretreatment method. Methods: A mathematical model was established by analysis of uncertainty sources. Then the individual components of uncertainty were evaluated and the combined uncertainties and expanded uncertainties were calculated. Results: The results showed that the uncertainty caused by serval factors, including the configuration of standard solutions and gradient standard solutions, the fitting of the standard curve, the pretreatment process, the recovery rate and repeatability, and the instrument itself. The content of 6-benzyladenine was 0.335 mg/kg in agricultural products （soybean sprouts）. The relative …
