Street food vending in urban centres is important because it provides low-income urban residents with an affordable and accessible food option. However, inadequate hygiene during preparation and sale can contribute to foodborne illness. This study evaluated food safety knowledge...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i9908
Background: Spices are dried aromatic plant materials used to improve the flavour, colour, and taste of foods and are valued for their bioactive compounds and micronutrients. Aims: This study assessed the microbiological quality of selected spices (pepper, fèfè, chilli, and ginge...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2026/v36i61758
Majeste Mbiada Pahane, Alphonse Sokamte Tegang, Francky Steve Nodem Sohanang, Yannick Domitry Mang, Suzy Carmelle Take Ngando & Michael Agbor Ashu·Asian Food Science Journal·2026
Background: The intensification of the aquaculture sector in Africa, which significantly contributes to global aquatic production, is increasingly confronted with public health concerns related to the quality of farmed fish marketed and to unregulated aquaculture practices. There...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i5877
Background: Steamed momos are among the most popular street foods in East Delhi, widely consumed for their affordability and convenience. Despite their popularity, evidence on their microbiological safety is limited, raising concerns due to the potential public health risks assoc...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i2854
A study was conducted in several households in the Mendong neighborhood of Yaoundé (Cameroon) from January to March 2025 to assess the level of microbiological contamination of groundwater in storage or in use in relation to physicochemical variables. Water samples were collected...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121668
Background: Global demand for animal proteins continues to rise. According to the FAO, between 2020 and 2021, the production of meat, fish and dairy products increased by 4.2 %, 2 % and 1.5 % respectively, driven by rapid urbanisation, demographic growth and the expansion of stre...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91627
Cowpea consumption habits mean that some forms predominate over others, with notable differences between rural and urban areas. In urban areas, cowpea artisanal processing is mainly focused on cowpea fritters (Kossay in Hausa and kaikaina in zarma) and cowpea-based soup, also kno...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i71595
Water is an essential mineral compound that plays an important role in life, health, and human dignity. Due to the absence of the Chadian Water Society (STE) networks in certain neighborhoods, households are forced to source water from other places, such as wells and boreholes. ...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41557
O. A. Bassitou Koumassa, Mathias Hounsou, Romaric Ouétchéhou, E. S. Mélissa Akpovi, A. A. Lilans Zannou & D. Sylvain Dabadé·Asian Food Science Journal·2023
Aims: Afitin is a perishable condiment due to its high water content. Various preservatives are used to extend its shelf life, and among them, salt (NaCl) has generated controversy due to potential health risks associated to exposure to elevated concentrations of salt. The presen...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i12686
Olagbaju A. R., Afolayan S. S ., Aina J. A., Okusami (Ihum) T. A., Ashonibare R. A., Kurah A., Rahman M. O. & Alimi J. P.·Asian Food Science Journal·2023
Cashew, Anacadium occidentale is a nut crop considered essential simply because it provides food and employment to millions of people in developing nations. It is cultivated mainly for its nut; a very important export commodity. Dried cashew nuts and kernels that are improperly p...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i9666
Honey is a natural product produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. It is a very healthy food whose multiple properties significantly improve health and prevent many diseases. However, some practices can affect its quality, hence the objective of the study was to assess the h...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i101349
Koffi Affoué Carole, Kossonou Yao Kamelé, Adingra Kouassi Martial-Didier, Yapi Aka Eugène-Janvier, Kouassi Kouassi Clément & Rose Koffi-Nevry·Microbiology Research Journal International·2022
This study aims to determine the microbiological and nutritional quality of complementary foods for children produced in the city of Man (instant flour and porridge). To do this, a structured survey of nannies and vendors, coupled with microbiological and physicochemical analyzes...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91344
Yao Konan Mathurin, Kambire Ollo, Yoro Thierry Dezay, Traore Safiatou & Rose Koffi-Nevry·Asian Food Science Journal·2021
Aims: The present work is part of a sanitary quality control of market garden products in Korhogo. The objective of this study was to know the microbiological quality of tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) sold on the markets of the city of Korhogo. Place and Duration of Study: Th...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2021/v20i1030355
Célestin C. K. Tchekessi, Christian T. R. Konfo, Roseline T. M. Bleoussi, Kévin C. M. Seho, Anayce A. M. Djogbe, Pivot S. A. Sachi, Jultesse S. B. Banon, Karl T. Assogba, Edwige Ahoussi & Innocent P. Bokossa Yaou·Microbiology Research Journal International·2021
The objective of this study is to contribute to improving the health quality of soy cheese produced and sold in Benin, through the evaluation of the microbiological quality of samples taken at the Dantokpa market in southern Benin. Samples were taken from the women producers and...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2021/v31i530317
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of the addition of fluted pumpkin leaves extract on the physicochemical properties, microbiological quality and organoleptic attributes of the soy milk using standard methods. Five blend ratios and codes of 100:0 (Sample A),...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2019/v12i330087