• Perforation-mediated modified atmosphere packaging (PM-MAP) and shelf-life of pomegranate fruit arils (cv. ACCO) 

  Hussein, Zaharan (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Perforation-mediated modified atmosphere packaging (PM-MAP) offers the possibility of optimising polymeric films in order to compensate for barrier limitations of conventional modified atmosphere packaging ...
• Development of quality control tools and a taste prediction model for rooibos 

  Jolley, Bianca (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In this study quality control tools were developed for the rooibos industry, primarily to determine the quality of rooibos infusions. A considerable variation between samples of the same quality grade has ...
• Modified atmosphere packaging and quality of fresh Cape hake (Merluccius capensis) fish fillets 

  Oluwole, Adebanji Olasupo (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Fresh ready-to-cook fish fillets are prone to rapid loss of freshness and other quality attributes, as well as accelerated growth of spoilage micro-organisms under sub-optimal storage conditions. Cape ...
• Evaluation of the potential malting, brewing and antiyeast characteristics of selected Zambian sorghum cultivars 

  Valashiya, Rorisang Cynthia (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The potential malting, brewing and antiyeast characteristics of twelve selected sorghum cultivars from Zambia (MMSH 375, 625, 707, 1038, 1077, 1194, 1257, 1356, 1363, 1365, 1376 and 1401) was evaluated. ...
• Characterisation of the sensory profile of Cyclopia intermedia and optimisation of fermentation parameters for improved product quality 

  Bergh, Alexandra Jane (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In light of the limited and inconsistent supply of good quality honeybush tea, a species-specific sensory profile and the physicochemical characteristics of Cyclopia intermedia (honeybush) tea were ...
• Development of a xanthone-enriched honeybush tea extract 

  Bosman, Stephanie Cesa (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Cyclopia genistoides (honeybush) has been identified as an excellent resource for the production of a xanthone-enriched extract due to its high mangiferin content and successful cultivation. The predominant ...
• Determining optimum storage conditions for pomegranate fruit (cv. Wonderful) 

  Arendse, Ebrahiema (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The development of science-based management tools and appropriate postharvest handling protocols are required for the determination of optimal storage performance of pomegranate fruit. The South African ...
• Operational enhancement of an upflow anaerobic sludge blanket reactor treating fog-reduced grain distillery wastewater 

  Van Der Westhuizen, Hendrik Schalk (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Waste generated by the distillery industry is a major ecological concern and disposal thereof without a suitable treatment can have damaging effects on the environment. The characteristics of this type ...
• Postharvest physiology and effects of modified atmosphere packaging and anti-browning treatment on quality of pomegranate arils and aril-sac (CV. Bhagwa) 

  Aindongo, Wilhelmina Vulikeni (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Knowledge of postharvest quality attributes of minimally processed packaged fruit is essential in order to establish the optimum shelf life period. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of ...
• Effect of canopy position on fruit quality and consumer preference for the appearance and taste of pears 

  Cronje, Arina (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: We aimed to determine how canopy position influences fruit quality and consumer preference for the eating quality and appearance of ‘Forelle’, ‘Bon Chrétien’ and ‘Bon Rouge’ pears. Our hypothesis was ...
• Optimising coagulation and ozone pre-treatments and comparing the efficacy of differently pre-treated grain distillery wastewaters in an upflow anaerobic sludge blanket (UASB) reactor 

  Robertson, Louise (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Large volumes of high strength wastewater are generated annually by distilleries. Treatment of this wastewater is essential to increase its reuse potential. Anaerobic digestion (AD) has been widely applied ...
• Cyclopia maculata : source of flavanone glycosides as precursors for taste modulating aglycones 

  Du Preez, Brigitte Von Pressentin (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The flavanone aglycones, hesperetin and eriodictyol, have been identified as potential taste modulators with reported sweetness-enhancing and bitterness-masking properties, respectively. Reduction of ...
• The effect of genotype and rearing system on chicken meat quality 

  Joubert, Sunett (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Modern consumers are health conscious and are shifting towards more naturally produced products such as free range chicken. Commercial broiler strains are not suitable for free range rearing and an ...
• HPLC method development for characterisation of the phenolic composition of Cyclopia subternata and C. maculata extracts and chromatographic fingerprint analysis for quality control 

  Schulze, Alexandra Elizabeth (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The phenolic composition of Cyclopia species is believed to be partially responsible for the numerous health promoting properties associated with their extracts. Current quality control measures do not ...
• Phenolic composition and in vitro antioxidant capacity of South African plums (Prunus salicina Lindl.) 

  Venter, Alet (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Phenolic compounds of the types present in plums have been found to exhibit health-promoting properties associated with their antioxidant capacity. Fruits with red peel and/or flesh are thus sought-after ...
• Isolation and identification of the microbial consortium present in fermented milks from Sub-Saharan Africa 

  Schutte, Lionie Marie (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A wide variety of traditionally and commercially fermented milks are commonly consumed in various countries of Sub-Saharan Africa. Commercially fermented milk is produced on an industrial scale according ...
• Prevalence, characterisation and potential origin of Escherichia coli found in surface and ground waters utilized for irrigation of fresh produce 

  Schoeman, Nika Anna (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Over the past two decades, there has been an increase in the use of water sources for irrigation, as well as an increase in Escherichia coli outbreaks linked to fresh produce. The full extent and type ...
• Effects of postharvest handling on nutritional quality of pomegranate (Punica granatum) Arils 

  O'Grady, Lizanne (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of storage temperature and duration on the proximate composition, physico-chemical properties and selected bioactive components (vitamin C, anthocyanins ...
• Chemical, sensory and consumer profiling of a selection of South African Chenin blanc wines produced from bush vines 

  Hanekom, Evette (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Twenty five commercial Chenin blanc wines produced solely from bush vine vineyards and including three vintages, three styles and five production areas, were sourced for this study. Descriptive sensory ...
• Postharvest losses and changes in quality of vegetables from retail to consumer : a case study of tomato, cabbage and carrot 

  Munhuewyi, Karen (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

  ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Postharvest losses of three different vegetables (tomato - a fruit, cabbage - a leaf and carrot - a root vegetable) were investigated directly after retail purchasing and during consumer simulated storage. ...

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