by Admin | Aug 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Some Essential Preservatives Used in Fish Processing The oceans have been a rich source of nutritious foods since humans first developed the art of making simple tools and weapons. The range of marine creatures is enormous, and new species are still being discovered....
by Admin | Aug 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
What Chemicals Are Used for Fish Whitening? Appearance, particularly colour, plays a significant role in our appreciation of food. When shopping for fruit and vegetables, we are unlikely to select bananas already showing signs of blackening or pale, anaemic-looking...
by Admin | Jul 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Additives for Safe and Effective Fish Processing Although you may live far from the nearest fishing port, rapid transport systems have made it possible to purchase fresh seafood from a fishmonger in most cities and large towns. Refrigerated railcars and vans deliver...
by Admin | Jul 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Why Preserved Seafood is Vital for Health and Safety As omnivores, humans are equipped to derive sustenance from a wide range of foods. However, few of the many options available are as varied or healthy as fish. Firstly, they are a rich source of protein, essential...
by Admin | Jun 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
How Seafood Preservation Technology Has Evolved As the demand for fish has grown, it has become increasingly challenging to utilise more than a small percentage of the total volume landed without applying suitable pretreatments. Rather than eating fresh fish,...
by Admin | Jun 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Natural Fish Additives and Preservatives Chemicals have long been used to help maintain the characteristic taste, texture, and colour of seafood and its derived products and extend their shelf life. However, several substances commonly used for this purpose,...
by Admin | May 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
How Important Is Seafood Quality Control Many will recall the outbreak of listeriosis in South Africa. It continued to affect consumers from January 2017 to July 2018. After claiming 216 lives, its origin was subsequently traced to contaminated polony, and the event...
by Admin | May 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Methods Commonly Used for Seafood Preservation The oceans provide us with an abundance of tasty foodstuff. Some fish species, like sardines, are plentiful and affordable to most consumers, while crustaceans such as lobster are more of a luxury that many cannot afford....
by Admin | Apr 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
Seafood Additives to Look Out for Seafood additives are substances added to the product to maintain or improve its safety, freshness, taste, texture, or appearance. In this article, we’re exploring different variations, as well as which ones to look out for. Common...
by Admin | Apr 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
Food Manufacturing Versus Processing To the uninitiated, the phrases “food manufacturing” and “processing” appear to be synonyms but although there are similarities and areas of overlap, they are not, strictly speaking, the same. So, what are the differences between...
