Jaggery is a traditional unrefined sweetener highly susceptible to microbial spoilage due to its hygroscopic nature and widespread production under unhygienic conditions. The present study evaluated the impact of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) on the microbiological quality,...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i13924
Jaggery is a traditional non-centrifugal sugar widely consumed in India for its nutritional and health benefits. However, jaggery produced in cottage-scale units often suffers from poor hygienic practices, leading to microbial contamination and reduced shelf life. The present stu...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i11937
Biodegradable packaging materials are increasingly popular as eco-friendly substitutes for petroleum-based plastics. This work assessed the techno-economic viability of PBAT–starch–nanoclay composite films made with different starch contents (5%, 10%, and 15%) and a constant 3% n...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i93538
Aims: This study aimed to develop and evaluate nanoclay-reinforced PBAT-starch biodegradable films for toast packaging, with a focus on quality retention and sustainability during storage. Study design: An experimental design was adopted with four film formulations: T0 (PBAT-only...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i91826