Essays about: "fruit"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 286 essays containing the word fruit.

  1. 1. Participative Food Supply

    University essay from KTH/Stadsbyggnad

    Author : Hu Jiayin; [2021]
    Keywords : Urban Development; Food Waste; Food Production; Suboptimal Food; Urban Farming;

    Abstract : In Europe, 45% of vegetables and fruit have been lost before consumption. The main reason for the loss is suboptimal food, which is perfect based on safety and security but imperfect according to appearance or packaging. In this project, I want to find out new possibilities in urban development by suggesting a participative food supply chain. READ MORE

  3. 2. Pedagogisk odling i grundskolan : kunskap, praktik och skörd för framtidens skolmat

    University essay from SLU/Department of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Joel Deutschmann; [2021]
    Keywords : hydroponik; hydroponisk odling; hållbarhet; livsmedelssystem; microgreens; mikrogrönt; odlingspedagogik; skola; skott; undervisning vertikal odling; cultivation; education; food system; hydroponic vertical cultivation; hydroponics; school; sprouts; sustainability;

    Abstract : Livsmedelsproduktionen står för ungefär 26 procent av världens globala utsläpp av växthusgaser och har därmed en stor inverkan på planetens klimat och ekosystem. Sverige importerar majoriteten av de grönsaker och frukter som konsumeras i landet. READ MORE

  4. 3. Gender related differences in rabbit meat quality

    University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

    Author : Jonna Linnéa Skoglund; [2021]
    Keywords : rabbit; Oryctolagus cuniculus; meat quality; gender;

    Abstract : The interest in rabbit meat for human consumption is increasing in Sweden due to its good nutritional value and environmental sustainability. To meet the new interest and to optimize the production of rabbit meat it is important to know the fundamental of rabbit meat quality and what factors affecting it. READ MORE

  5. 4. Reconnecting with cultivated biodiversity and traditional agroecological knowledge for a fruitful agriCulture methodological proposal for a participatory network of agrobiodiversity guardians in the Natural Park Sierra de Espadán, spain

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Paula Marie Heusgen; [2021]
    Keywords : Agroecology; in-situ conservation; Participatory Action Research; sustainable agriculture; Transition Management and Governance; Spain; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Problem and Urgency: A global loss of cultivated biodiversity and traditional knowledge and practices can be observed. It is, however, essential to preserve this heritage that contributes to climate resilience, diversification of ecosystems and the dynamization of rural areas. READ MORE

  6. 5. Banana by-products in Thailand - Exploring its feasibility as bioplastics feedstock for food packaging

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Ratchadetch Termpitipong; [2021]
    Keywords : Banana by-products; bio-based packaging; bioplastic; value chain; Thailand; feasibility; DEFT analysis; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This study aims to determine the operational feasibility of utilizing banana cultivation by-products as an alternative raw material in bioplastic production, replacing bio-based feedstock that is otherwise used as food in Thailand. By following the exploratory qualitative research approach, a combination of secondary sources of information together with interviews with the identified stakeholders involved in banana cultivation and bioplastic value chains were used in data collection process. READ MORE