In the past few decades, fruits have been increasingly consumed, leading to an increase in
global fruit production. However, fresh produce is susceptible to large losses during …

Carrageenan, a polysaccharide derived from red algae, has a long history of use as a food
additive in food. Carrageenan comes in three classes, κ-, ι-, and λ-carrageenan, with …

The global food production industry faces environmental concerns exacerbated by
substantial food waste. European countries are striving to reduce food waste towards a …

Background: Open Access Editor's Choice Review Biodegradable Packaging Materials for
Foods Preservation: Sources, Advantages, Limitations, and Future Perspectives by Andreas …

This study investigated the effects of bio-nanocomposite coatings developed using
arrowroot starch (AA), cellulose nanocrystals (CNC), carnauba wax nanoemulsion (CWN) …

The present review paper focuses on recent developments in edible films and coatings
made of base compounds from biological sources, namely plants, animals, algae, and …

In order to solve the increasingly serious environmental problems caused by plastic-based
packaging, carrageenan-based films are drawing much attentions in food packaging …

Harvested fruits and vegetables are prone to decay and quality deterioration during storage.
Although traditional packaging and chemical treatments are effective, they are harmful to the …

Recently, as concerns about petrochemical-derived polymers increase, interest in
biopolymer-based materials is increasing. Undoubtedly, biopolymers are a better alternative …

Edible packaging made from natural biomaterials is a potential substitute for non-
biodegradable, non-renewable, waste-accumulating, and greenhouse gases emitting …