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Chromatographic fingerprints supported by artificial neural network for differentiation of fresh and frozen pork.
Selected nutrient analyses of fresh, fresh-stored, and frozen fruits and vegetables.
A novel colorimetric sensor array for monitoring fresh pork sausages spoilage.
Biopreservative effect of the natural antimicrobial substance from Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. tolerans FX-6 on fresh pork during chilled storage.
Front-face fluorescence spectroscopy coupled with chemometric tools for monitoring fish freshness stored under different refrigerated conditions.
IIR document
Heat transfer and aroma modeling of fresh fruit and vegetable in cold chain: Case study on tomatoes.
Application of Vis–NIR hyperspectral imaging in classification between fresh and frozen-thawed pork Longissimus Dorsi muscles.
CO2 hydrate slurries for rapid chilling of fresh food products.
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy enables rapid differentiation of fresh and frozen/thawed chicken.
Monoblocks system for marine application with low GWP refrigerant for fresh and frozen products in marine coldstores.
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Perspectives on the evolution of reefer containers for transporting fresh produce
Effects of on-board bleeding methods and superchilling on quality of cod and saithe.
X-ray CT-based CFD study to investigate the cooling process of packed pear fruit.
Design and construction of an evaporative cooling system for the storage of fresh tomato.
The treatment with vapors of essential oils in the vacuum cooling has a significant effect on surface microbial decontamination of fresh vegetables.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Automated order picking of fresh produce at Eroski
Eroski has become the first supermarket chain in Spain to automate its fresh produce order picking.
Shipping fresh produce overseas is a key business for airlines operating out of Los Angeles
For companies shipping fruit and vegetables by air from the West Coast of the USA to high-end supermarkets and restaurants in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, the overarching rule is: Never break the cold chain.
Taiwanese fruit distributor tracks fresh produce via RFID
Je-Nong Cooperative Farm has reduced labor costs by adopting plastic crates with embedded passive UHF EPC tags to track its products.
A project aimaing at improving fresh produce exports from Dominican Republic
The United States Department of Agriculture is currently working to strengthen the DR’s ability to export high quality fruit and vegetable products.
Pilot project for the export of fresh vegetables by sea from Australia
Australia’s vegetable exporters are testing modified atmosphere and controlled atmosphere packaging to increase the shelf-life of fresh produce during sea freight.
Comparison of the nutritional values of fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables
Researchers compared nutritional values between frozen, fresh and fresh-stored fruits and vegetables.
Briefs: Frozen vegetables more nutritious than fresh?
According to a study conducted by the Institute of Food Research (UK) on behalf of frozen food giant Birds Eye, frozen vegetables can be more nutritious than supposedly fresh supermarket produce. Fresh vegetables can lose up to 45% of important...
Fresh out of Africa
The annual production of fruit and vegetables in Burkina-Faso is estimated at over 300 000 tonnes. It encompasses more than 30 000 producers and 25-30 km² of market garden produce and 120 km² of orchards. The official opening of the SOBFEL, the...
The freeze on quick-frozen foods
The UK frozen product market has remained stagnant for several years, as was confirmed in 2004 reports. Competing with an innovative refrigerated foods market in full expansion, the sales volume dropped over 2% during 2004, despite having 99%...
Briefs: First Spain-UK refrigerated railway line
Stobart Rail, a branch of leading UK transport Stobart Group and British DB Schenker Rail recently launched temperature-controlled intermodal services from Valencia to the UK via the Channel Tunnel. This is a unique example of a single rail...
Briefs: Edible optics to prevent food poisoning
Edible nanosensors made from silk could alert consumers regarding potential contamination of food thanks to a hologram-type indicator embedded in the pack. Researchers at Tufts University in the US are working on the development of bioactive silk...
Developing cold chain solutions in West Africa
African providers of cold storage solutions have entered into a strategic regional partnership to develop the cold chain business in African countries.
China : demand for fresh food increases
China’s appetite for fruit and vegetables, dairy and meat is expected to increase by 17% between 2015 and 2025.
Refrigeration and Food
Given the ever-increasing processing and exportation of food, world food is consuming more and more energy by the day: a trend that threatens to send food prices rocketing overnight if not taken in hand. The US food system alone uses over 10.55 x...
Temperature tracking in real time
Refrigeration transport companies are increasingly introducing temperature tracking systems. Pomona Terre Azur, located in Brittany, France, launched embarked Masternaut computer technology in 22 lorries in 2008. The computers are linked to a...
IIR news
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Supercooling and superchilling: A solution to increased shelf life and reduced food waste?
If these technologies were combined with perfusion chilling for meat and fish, then additional benefits such as rapid cooling, low weight loss and novel products could result.
IIR website: most downloaded publications in 2023
Discover the three most popular IIR publications of 2023. The focus is on the carbon footprint of the cold chain and cold rooms!
News from IIR members: STEF-TFE
French logistics service provider STEF-TFE, a corporate member of the IIR, has signed a memorandum of acquisition of Italian firm Dispensa Logistics. The transaction, still to be approved by the authorities, will strengthen the position of...
Walk-In Cold Rooms: A Practitioner’s Technical Guide
In many developing countries, agriculture is crucial to livelihoods, and developing the cold chain from field to table can boost incomes and stimulate economic growth. Cold stores are an essential link in the...
IIR Congress 2023: The programme is now available!
The exciting 5-day programme of the upcoming IIR Congress 2023 includes 600 scientific papers, 1 plenary address, 14 keynote speakers, 21 workshops and 3 technical tours.
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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Cold storage conditions for fruits and vegetables
Practical recommendations for the cold storage of over 200 cultivars of fruits, vegetables and herbs (storage temperatures, relative humidity, storage time, controlled atmosphere...
Cryogenic nitrogen in the food and beverage industry
The adoption of cryogenic processes in the food and beverage industry is predominantly driven by liquid nitrogen (LIN), and it is the preferred candidate for food chilling and...
Events
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Cool Insights Webinar: Intro to Design and Operation of Walk-In Cold Rooms (1/2)
May 21, 2024
Register today! Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm GMT+1 Off the back of the release of a Guide advising on...
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