Technology : Food Industry & Science

Explores the effects of complex carbohydrates (starch, gums and dietary foods) on human physiological function, and establishes an appropriate dietary intake level for inclusion on nutritional labels. The book addresses current research, applications and implementation issues. more...

Price: $199.95

Starting with an overview of CFD technology and applications, the book illustrates the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for gaining a qualitative and quantitative assessment of the performance of processes involving heat and mass transfer, such as mixing, drying, cooking, sterilization, chilling, and cold storage. more...

Price: $199.95

This comprehensive book describes cork as a natural product, as an industrial raw-materials, and as a wine bottle closure. From its formation in the outer bark of the cork oak tree to the properties that are of relevance to its use, cork is presented and explained including its physical and mechanical properties. The industrial processing of cork from post-harvest procedures to the production of cork agglomerates and composites is described. Intended as a reference book, this is the ideal compilation of scientific knowledge on state-of-the-art cork production and use. more...

Price: $127.00

With its distinguished international team of contributors, Dairy processing summarises key developments in the field and how they enhance dairy product safety and quality. The first part of the book discusses raw milk composition, production and quality. Part 2 reviews developments in processing from hygiene and HACCP systems to automation, high-pressure processing and modified atmosphere packaging. The final part of the book considers developments for particular products such as fermented dairy products and cheeses. more...

Price: $305.00

Agricultural policies affect agricultural production with consequences for the environment. What are the impacts and how might they be affected by further agricultural policy reform? What are governments doing to improve the environmental performance of agriculture and how does this affect international competitiveness? The Dairy Sector report attempts to answer these questions and many others. more...

Price: $41.00