Anaerobic digestion of hazelnut (Corylus colurna) husks after alkaline pretreatment and determination of new important points in Logistic model curves.
In this study, anaerobic digestion (AD) of hazelnut (Corylus colurna) husks (HH) was investigated by NaOH pretreatment at 1-6% w/w concentrations. The highest methane yield was 278.45 ± 7.85 mL/g volatile solid (VS), and this was obtained in a 4% NaOH pretreated reactor. In this reactor, the methane yield increased by 162.2% compared to that in the control. The concentrations of volatile fatty acids (VFAs) varied during the digestion process according to the different NaOH pretreatment results. The highest lignosellulosic solubilizations were obtained in a 6% NaOH pretreated reactor. Furthermore, in the second part of kinetic studies, it was defined critical points for cumulative methane yield (CMY) in the Logistic model (LM). These points were the absolute acceleration point (PAA), maximum acceleration point (PAM), inflection point (PI), maximum deceleration point (PDM), and asymptotic deceleration point (PDA). Using these points on the CMY curves, the AD process of HH was mathematically interpreted and explained.
Determination of Trace and Major Elements in Vegan Milk and Oils by ICP-OES After Microwave Digestion
Increasing technological developments also bring about environmental pollution. Heavy metals and metallic compounds, as a result of soil, water, and air industrialization, pass through to people and animals through the food chain and have a negative impact on health. In this study, the concentrations of Na, Mg, K, Ca, P, Fe, Cu, B, Mn, Zn, Al, S, As, Bi, Cd, Co, Cr, Mo, Ni, Pb, Pt, Sb, Se, Sn, Ti, W, and Hg in commercial vegan milk (soybean milk, coconut milk, and almond milk) and oils (soybean oil, coconut oil, bitter almond oil, sweet almond oil, and walnut oil) were determinated using inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry after microwave digestion. In order to compare the efficiencies of digestion in vegan milk and oil samples, 6 mL of HNO3 (conc.), 3 mL of H2O2 (30%); 7 mL of HNO3 (conc.), 3.5 mL of H2O2 (30%), and 8 mL of HNO3 (conc.), 4 mL of H2O2 (30%) were used in microwave digestion procedures. The proposed procedures were applied to the analysis of 81 vegan milk and 125 vegan oil samples covering three different brands in Turkey. Na, Mg, K, Ca, P, S, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, Sb, and Sn concentrations in vegan milks ranged (minimum-maximum in ppm) as follows: 307.4-501.2, 1.8-15.6, 478.8-1300.4, 276.3-1189, 197-797.8, 18.7-241.4, 0.09-0.42, 0-0.58, 0.02-1.06, 0.34-1.56, 0.26-0.67, and 3.4-30.4 ppm, respectively. The results of Na, K, Ca, P, Mg, S, Mn, Zn, Se, Fe, Cu, Sb, and Sn concentrations in vegan oils (minimum-maximum in ppm) ranged as follows: 6.8-31.2, 403.5-425.2, 142.8-160.4, 71.65-149.8, 0.35-0.85, 14.2-35.2, 0.02-0.27, 0.07-0.36, 1.90-4.64, 0.92-5.36, 0.01-0.05, 1.02-1.66, and 21.2, 35.0 ppm, respectively. Vegan milk contents except for Se, Fe, Sb, and Sn in this study were higher than vegan oil contents. The methods were validated by linearity, limits of detection and quantification, precision, and analyzing certified reference material (NIST SRM-3235), soybean milk. The highest values of LOD were found Pb, P, and Bi, and the highest values of LOQ were found Mo, Pb, and Sb.
Commercial Claims Costs Related to Healthcare Resource Use Associated With a Diagnosis of Peanut Allergy.
Background: Peanut allergy (PA) affects ∼1.6 million US children. The current standard of care is strict avoidance and prompt reaction treatment. PA healthcare costs and healthcare resource utilization (HCRU) are poorly understood. Objective: To estimate PA healthcare costs and HCRU using a nationally representative commercial payer database. Methods: The IBM MarketScan ® Commercial Claims and Encounters Database was examined for PA diagnosis/reaction codes between January 2011 and October 2015 in patients ≤64 years, with age cohort-matched controls. Outcomes were measured 12 months before and after the first claim date. Healthcare costs and HCRU were compared using Student's t-tests and chi-square tests. Results: Patients with a PA-related diagnostic code (n=41,675) incurred almost double all-cause healthcare costs versus controls ($6436 vs $3493, P <0.001), mainly from inpatient and outpatient medical costs ($5002 vs $2832, P <0.001). Over 1/3 of the PA group patients (36%) had a code indicative of an anaphylactic reaction during follow-up. Mean PA or reaction-related code costs per visit totaled $7921 for hospitalizations and $1115 for emergency department (ED) visits. Costs were 30% lower in patients with asthma codes without PA codes versus those with both codes ($5678 vs $8112, P <0.001); all-cause ED costs were more than double in patients with atopic dermatitis codes with PA codes versus those without PA codes ($654 vs $308, P <0.001). Conclusion: National commercial payer claims data indicate a significant healthcare burden associated with a PA-related code, including over $6400/patient in annual allcause costs and increased healthcare utilization.
Aegean Exporters’ Associations, Seminar
At Biofach 2020, Hall 3A, #614, following the EIB Aegan Exporters Associations tasting events with Chef Serkan Güzelçoban, it is organising seminars to inform buyers. These sessions include Q&As and will be held on 13-14 Feb. 2020, at 11:30 a.m. and 14:30 p.m. to answer any questions participants may have on Turkish Organic Sector.
AusMac2022
The 2022 Australian Macadamia Industry Conference will be staged at the beautiful RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, February 7-9, 2022.
X International Congress on Hazelnuts
On behalf of the International Society for Horticultural Sciences (ISHS) and the Organizing Committee, is inviting you to the X International Congress on Hazelnut. The Congress will be held in Corvallis, Oregon, from Sunday, August 22 - Thursday, August 26, 2021.
The International Congress on Hazelnut has been organized every 4 years in different countries for over 30 years. Academics, researchers, farmers, private companies and governmental organizations from many countries attend the congress.
INC Academia Online Course Is Open. Enroll Now!
What the Nut and Dried Fruit Program Involves
Fast becoming the essential training program for nut and dried fruit industry professionals, the INC Academia combines online lessons, created and designed by top experts from the world's most prestigious institutions, with an intensive 3-day on-site experience this year taking place in stunning Southern Italy near Naples. The course is presented as a full package however, it is possible to undertake the online part only. To attend the on-site course, participants must do the online course first
The online program, which allows students to learn at their own pace, consists of 11 units (50 hours) and covers the main aspects involved in the nut and dried fruit sector. Topics include lessons on soil and climate, varieties and uses, nutrition facts, food safety and quality standards, production, consumption trends among other key subjects.
Aiming to give students a globalized view of the entire nut and dried fruit industry, the on- site part will enable students to learn about the different production systems in Italy, all while taking in its spectacular views. Visits to the country's top orchards, processing plants and also a distribution center will aid in the learning process.
Students will also learn through brand-new case studies on Strategy and Leadership and Negotiation.
A 3-Day On-site Experience in Italy
Starting off in Naples, the program will combine visits to hazelnut and walnut orchards with trips to processing plants of internationally known companies Besana Group and Strega Alberti Benevento.
Not only providing invaluable networking opportunities, the on-site course will also allow students to enjoy the culinary delights of Italian cuisine during the welcome cocktail and dinner, organized by INC. One not to be missed.
Once the course has been completed, the INC will provide an official certificate of completion to those who complete and pass the online course and a certificate of attendance to those who participate in the on-site course. Don't miss out on this unique learning experience and ENROLL NOW in the INC Academia.
INC Academia Online Course Is Open. Enroll Now!
What the Nut and Dried Fruit Program Involves
Fast becoming the essential training program for nut and dried fruit industry professionals, the INC Academia combines online lessons, created and designed by top experts from the world's most prestigious institutions, with an intensive 3-day on-site experience this year taking place in stunning Southern Italy near Naples. The course is presented as a full package however, it is possible to undertake the online part only. To attend the on-site course, participants must do the online course first
The online program, which allows students to learn at their own pace, consists of 11 units (50 hours) and covers the main aspects involved in the nut and dried fruit sector. Topics include lessons on soil and climate, varieties and uses, nutrition facts, food safety and quality standards, production, consumption trends among other key subjects.
Aiming to give students a globalized view of the entire nut and dried fruit industry, the on- site part will enable students to learn about the different production systems in Italy, all while taking in its spectacular views. Visits to the country's top orchards, processing plants and also a distribution center will aid in the learning process.
Students will also learn through brand-new case studies on Strategy and Leadership and Negotiation.
A 3-Day On-site Experience in Italy
Starting off in Naples, the program will combine visits to hazelnut and walnut orchards with trips to processing plants of internationally known companies Besana Group and Strega Alberti Benevento.
Not only providing invaluable networking opportunities, the on-site course will also allow students to enjoy the culinary delights of Italian cuisine during the welcome cocktail and dinner, organized by INC. One not to be missed.
Once the course has been completed, the INC will provide an official certificate of completion to those who complete and pass the online course and a certificate of attendance to those who participate in the on-site course. Don't miss out on this unique learning experience and ENROLL NOW in the INC Academia.
The INC Pavilion at SIAL Paris 2020
SIAL Paris is the world’s largest food innovation observatory dedicated to the agri-food industry, food retail and commercial catering. It takes place every two years (on even-numbered years) in Paris and represents an outstanding opportunity for the nut and dried fruit industry to showcase its products and services.
The exhibition will once again give INC co-exhibitors the opportunity to explore new markets, exchange views with the world’s agri-food players and be updated about the latest trends within the food industry. Exhibiting with a brand-new design, the INC Pavilion aims to offer co-exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their own brand identity while being embraced by the INC umbrella.
The Pavilion will enjoy a premium location in Hall 6A which promises even higher footfall from previous years. INC members participating in the Pavilion are offered a full-service package including networking opportunities with the finest trade buyers, graphic design and printing, refreshments and daily lunch, free Wi-Fi connection, pre-show planning, company listing in the official catalogue, assistance with shipping, travel and accommodation and multilingual personnel, among other things.
Besides, co-exhibitors joining the INC Pavilion in SIAL-Paris 2020 will get a 30% discount for advertising in the Nutfruit magazine. This special offer is not cumulative with other Nutfruit magazine offers and promotions.
Read more here.
The INC Pavilion at SIAL Paris 2020
SIAL Paris is the world’s largest food innovation observatory dedicated to the agri-food industry, food retail and commercial catering. It takes place every two years (on even-numbered years) in Paris and represents an outstanding opportunity for the nut and dried fruit industry to showcase its products and services.
The exhibition will once again give INC co-exhibitors the opportunity to explore new markets, exchange views with the world’s agri-food players and be updated about the latest trends within the food industry. Exhibiting with a brand-new design, the INC Pavilion aims to offer co-exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their own brand identity while being embraced by the INC umbrella.
The Pavilion will enjoy a premium location in Hall 6A which promises even higher footfall from previous years. INC members participating in the Pavilion are offered a full-service package including networking opportunities with the finest trade buyers, graphic design and printing, refreshments and daily lunch, free Wi-Fi connection, pre-show planning, company listing in the official catalogue, assistance with shipping, travel and accommodation and multilingual personnel, among other things.
Besides, co-exhibitors joining the INC Pavilion in SIAL-Paris 2020 will get a 30% discount for advertising in the Nutfruit magazine. This special offer is not cumulative with other Nutfruit magazine offers and promotions.
Read more here.