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The influence of household refrigerator ownership on diets in Vietnam.
The future of food and agriculture. Trends and challenges.
Research progress on nutritional value, preservation and processing of fish—a review.
Recommended by the IIR / IIR document
The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide nutrition (2020), 6th Informatory Note on Refrigeration and Food.
Sorbets as functional food products, unexplored food matrices, their challenges, and advancements.
Selected nutrient analyses of fresh, fresh-stored, and frozen fruits and vegetables.
Analyzing Consumer Perception on Quality and Safety of Frozen Foods in Emerging Economies: Evidence from Albania and Kosovo.
Combinación de radiación UV-B y -C como elicitora de la biosíntesis de flavonoides durante la vida comercial refrigerada de pimientos.
Combination of UV-B and -C radiation as elicitor of flavonoid biosynthesis during the commercial refrigerated life of peppers.
Effect of cold chain transportation on assemble-able cold-storage incubator.
[In Chinese. / En chinois.]
Impact of Low-Temperature Storage on the Microstructure, Digestibility, and Absorption Capacity of Cooked Rice.
IIR document
Cryoprotective and antioxidative effects of gelatin hydrolysate from unicorn leatherjacket skin.
Physicochemical and rheological properties of COD hydrolysates.
Development of a cabin for fast freezing in a household refrigerator and examination of its effects on the quality characteristics of beef.
Experimental study of a novel vacuum sublimation–rehydration thawing for frozen pork.
Effect of freezing rate and storage on the texture and quality parameters of strawberry and green bean frozen in home type freezer.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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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.
Freeze-drying of fruit does retain its nutritional goodness
A study at Sheffield Hallam University and Chaucer Foods has found that freeze drying strawberries had no significant impact on their nutrient content.
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...
Refrigeration reduces the glycemic index of cooked rice
Several studies highlight the benefits of refrigeration on the glycaemic index of rice, which is important in the control of chronic diseases such as diabetes.
USA: consumption of frozen meals compared to quick service restaurant meals
In the USA, people who regularly eat frozen meals consume 253 fewer calories and 2.6 less grams of saturated fat per day than people who eat fast food. Additionally, adults who eat frozen meals have higher daily intakes of important nutrients.
Frozen fruit in perfect condition for up to three years
A new technology allows, for the first time, to freeze fruit for three years while keeping its nutrients and properties at optimal levels.
Optimising cold storage to boost antioxidants and anthocyanins in blood oranges
A study by the University of Florida found that storage temperatures ranging from 6 to 12 °C significantly enhance anthocyanin, phenolic content, and antioxidants content in in ‘Budd...
Must read in IJR: Overview of cold storage capacity in Uganda
The cold storage capacity in Uganda was estimated at 4.5 m3 per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023, according to a recent survey on existing cold storage facilities for bulk handling of perishable food...
Blueprint for a sustainable off-grid solar-powered cold room 20% cheaper than state of the art
In June 2025, Efficiency for Access published a report on constructing a sustainable solar-powered cold room using natural and locally available materials. Their design reduced embedded GHG emissions by 63% and...
Reducing post-harvest food losses in sub-Saharan Africa
To strengthen the cold chain for fruit and vegetables in sub-Saharan Africa, sustainable measures and the use of precooling are recommended in a review article.
China’s cold chain policy cuts post-harvest losses by 13%
Investment in cold storage facilities in China led to a 13% reduction in post-harvest losses in 2022, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production by a team of researchers from the...
Emerging countries: Discover the key figures in their national cooling plans
Several countries have recently published National Cooling Plans, which present an overview of their countries cooling demand and help support the implementation of sustainable,...
Inauguration of the “Ferments du Futur” Innovation Centre
The “Ferments du Futur” Innovation Centre, dedicated to sustainable food research, was recently opened by INRAE in the Paris-Saclay science and innovation cluster, France.
The fast-growing frozen food market
The global frozen food market, estimated at USD 220 billion, is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 5.1% over the next 5 years.
Briefs: Pakistan: policy to support the cold chain
The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) plans to put in place a cold storage/cold chain infrastructure in order to fight post-harvest losses which are a major economic issue, for exports in particular. It is claimed that 35-40% of the...
IIR news
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New IIR Informatory Note: The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide Nutrition
In line with its corporate objective to promote knowledge of refrigeration and associated technologies and applications on a global scale, the IIR has published a new Informatory Note on “The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide...
New IIR Informatory Note (IN) on chillers and Russian version of the IN on nutrition
The IIR has just published a new Informatory Note on chillers as well as the Russian version of the IN on the Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide Nutrition already published in four other...
The IIR publishes a new Informatory Note on The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide Nutrition
In line with its corporate objective to promote knowledge of refrigeration and associated technologies and applications on a global scale, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has published a new Informatory Note on “The...
New IIR Informatory Note on solar cooling and other new publications
The IIR has just published an Informatory Note on solar cooling and has posted the Chinese version of the Informatory Note on the role of refrigeration in worldwide nutrition on its website.
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...
New publications: The French version of the Red Book
The French version of the Red Book (Recommendations for the Processing and Handling of Frozen Foods) is on sale! The 4th edition of this IIR reference publication - prepared by Mr Leif Bøgh-Sørensen and several international experts - gives an...
Red Book on sale!
The Red Book (Recommendations for the Processing and Handling of Frozen Foods) is one of the IIR's reference publications and one of its best sellers. The 4th edition - prepared by Mr Leif Bøgh-Sørensen and several international experts - presents...
A new technical guide on cold rooms
On the occasion of COP 28, the IIR and Efficiency for Access, with the contribution of ESMAP, have published a new guide. It aims to provide accessible and practical guidance to enable developers, owners,...
IIR Research Priorities
The IIR decided, within the framework of its Strategic Plan, to draw up a list of research priorities for the future. It hopes that these priorities will be a valuable guiding force for decision-makers in the public and private research sectors,...
International events: Cavtat
The 4th CEFood Congress, co-sponsored by the IIR, took place in Cavtat, Croatia, on May 14-17, 2008. Papers presented various technologies and European studies on nutrition and food, including food refrigeration.
CEFood 2006 in Sofia
The Third Central European Congress on Food (CEFood 2006) will take place in Sofia (Bulgaria) on 22-24 May 2006: http://www.cefood.org,
New IIR Informatory Note
The IIR has issued a new Informatory Note, The Role of Refrigeration in Worldwide Nutrition, prepared by Jean-Luc Dupont and reviewed by Silvia Estrada-Flores, David Tanner, Don Cleland, Gerald Cavalier and Robert Heap. It presents an overview of...
Refrigeration for better food and a better future
The IIR celebrates World Food Day 2025 and FAO’s 80th Anniversary by highlighting the importance of refrigeration to maintain food quality, aligned with the event’s theme “Hand-in-Hand for Better Food and a...
Corporate Members: news
- Danfoss has experienced booming sales 18% growth over the first three quarters of 2007. Sales reached 2.2 billion €. Growth in China and Latin America was particularly positive and end of year sales are expected to top 3 billion €.
Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 26
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 26th Conference of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 26) in...
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...
