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Effect of different combinations of freezing and thawing rates on the shelf-life and oxidative stability of ostrich moon steaks (M. Femorotibialis medius) under retail display conditions
(MDPI, 2020)The aim of this study was to investigate the interaction between different rates of freezing and thawing on whole ostrich moon steaks to establish a combination or singular main effect that minimises thaw loss and maximises ... -
Southern African indigenous fruits and their byproducts : prospects as food antioxidants
(Elsevier, 2020)The discourse regarding plant-based preservatives for food application has generally revolved around extracts from commercial fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with indigenous fruits (IFs) on the periphery, with little ... -
Near infrared technology : getting the best out of light
(AFRICAN SUN MeDIA, 2019)Imagine an analytical technique that uses no chemicals, gives accurate and precise results in minutes or even continuously, and is simple to install and safe to use. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) supplies this dream. ... -
The prevalence of Campylobacter and Arcobacter species in ostriches from South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The overall aim of this thesis was to determine the prevalence of Campylobacter and Arcobacter species in ostriches from South Africa. In humans Campylobacter and Arcobacter species can cause of ... -
The efficacy of two biochar variants as filtration material for the improvement of river water quality
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The safety of irrigation water from rivers is continuously diminishing and has a direct effect on the safety of fresh produce. Not only can irrigation water be the source of pathogenic contamination, but ... -
Investigating the treatment optimisation of a pilot-scale Anaerobic Sequencing Batch Reactor (AnSBR) and partial characterisation of the winery wastewater using Near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch Univesity, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Water is arguably the most vital natural resource on Earth. It is of critical importance to humans, plants, animals, environments as well as ecosystems. Agriculture is estimated to be responsible for the ... -
The risk of pathogenic microbiological contamination of South African fresh fruit for the export and local market
(Stellenbsoch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In South Africa microbiological safety of fresh fruit is not verified independently, and microbiological safety of fruit depends on producers and implementers of food safety systems and food safety auditors. ... -
Microbial evaluation of selected produce pre- and post-pack-house and at the formal retail point-of-sale
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Fresh produce consumption is important to humans as it provides important nutrients and other compounds that promote good health. However, consumption of contaminated produce can be detrimental to human ... -
Determination of water quality using NIR spectroscopy and aquaphotomics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Water is one of the world’s most crucial resources as it is an essential component of all life forms. Although water covers 70% of the world's surface, freshwater is still a rare find. Freshwater makes ... -
The effect of honeybush (Cyclopia subternata) extract in dry-cured and fermented warthog salami with reduced added nitrate
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of incorporating honeybush (Cyclopia subternata) extract as a natural antioxidant in dry-cured and fermented salami. This is the first study attempting ... -
Categorization of Listeria monocytogenes from food, environmental, and clinical origin in the Western Cape (South Africa)
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Listeria monocytogenes is a ubiquitous food pathogen responsible for the often-fatal infection, listeriosis. Foods that act as vectors of L. monocytogenes include meat products, seafood and fish products, ... -
Application of science and technology by the South African food and beverage industry
(Academy of Science of South Africa, 2018)Significant shifts in the type of foods consumed by South Africans have taken place since 1994 and packaged food and beverage innovation has accelerated since then. Globally, advances in science and technology have benefitted ... -
Application of imaging techniques to evaluate micro-structural and compositional modification during Barley malting
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Over time, barley (Hordeum vulgare) has been domesticated from its wild relative, Hordeum spontaneum to cultivate breeds specialised for malting. The malting industry relies on good quality grain, with ... -
Importance and implications of antibiotic resistance development in livestock and wildlife farming in South Africa : a review
(South African Society for Animal Science, 2018-01-24)Antibiotic resistance (ABR) is regarded as one of today’s major global health challenges. The development of ABR in nature is a complex phenomenon with many influencing factors, of which the farming industry is labelled a ... -
The effects of hot-deboning on the physical meat quality and microbial quality and safety of ostrich (Struthio camelus) meat
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate hot-deboning as an alternative excising method for the South African ostrich industry. The majority of research conducted on hot-deboning is on beef (pre-rigor ... -
Effect of substituting baking water with brewer's spent grain supernatant on the micro-structure and crumb structure of white wheat flour bread
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The ubiquitous opinion regarding brewer’s spent grain (BSG), is that it is currently underutilised, based on its residual nutritional contents and potential for re-use. This is a process by-product ... -
An assessment of the potential of edible insect consumption in reducing human nutritional deficiencies in South Africa while considering food and nutrition security aspects.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Between 2012 and 2014, more than 2 000 new cases of severe malnutrition in South Africa have been reported. Staple food products are viewed as having insufficient micronutrient contents and limiting amino ... -
Rapid differentiation of South African game meat using portable near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The South African game meat industry operates as a free-market enterprise; however, this can create certain problems for producers and consumers. For example, in South Africa no standardised meat cuts ... -
Determination of the microbiological safety of selected fresh produce of informal retailers point-of-sale
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The global consumption of fresh produce has increased as consumers have become more health conscious. With the rise of fresh produce consumption, fresh produce related foodborne outbreaks also increased ... -
Antibiotic resistant bacteria prevalent in livestock and wildlife species in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Much research has focussed on the fate of antibiotics in clinical settings whereas research of antibiotics in natural environments has been comparatively limited. It has been hypothesised that wildlife ...
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