Essays about: "potato production"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 62 essays containing the words potato production.

  1. 1. SHADING ANALYSIS OF AGRIVOLTAIC SYSTEMS : The shading’s effect on lettuce and potato from elevated agrivoltaic system in Sweden

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Framtidens energi

    Author : Komail Farid; Ahmad Guleed; [2023]
    Keywords : photosynthetically active radiation; agrivoltaic system; elevated system; crop yield; agriculture; shade tolerance crop; shading factor; PVsyst;

    Abstract : The world is progressing towards a more sustainable society, where renewable energy sources, including solar energy, play a crucial role. This study aims to address the conflict between agriculture and energy production by exploring the installation of solar panels on farmland. READ MORE

  3. 2. How is triple bottom line thinking included in small-firm decision making? – A study of potato farmers in Östergötland, Sweden : hur påverkas potatisproduktionen av kvalitetskrav?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Madeleine Gillheimer; [2023]
    Keywords : Food waste; production losses; primary production; triple bottom line; decision theory; garbage can model;

    Abstract : Earlier research has shown a lack of studies on waste in agriculture production. Therefore, there is a need for improved screening for the cause of wastage in primary production. In addition, more research is required on how quality requirements and norms affect wastage and how waste can be prevented. READ MORE

  4. 3. Biologisk bekämpning av potatiscystnematoder : några biologiska bekämpningsorganismer och deras potential för svenskt bruk

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Ecology

    Author : Sabina Juhlin Munoz; [2023]
    Keywords : tillsättande biologisk bekämpning; Globodera; potatiscystnematoder; svampar; bakterier; parasitism; antibios; Trichoderma harzianum; Bacillus thuringiensis;

    Abstract : Potatiscystnematoderna (PCN) Globodera pallida (vit potatiscystnematod) och G. rostochiensis (gul potatiscystnematod) är sedentära endoparasiter på potatis som kan orsaka stora skördeförluster i potatisodlingar. Båda arterna av PCN är även klassade som karantänskadegörare i Sverige. READ MORE

  5. 4. Characterization of potato protein and its calcium binding capacity

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Beräkningskemi; Lunds universitet/Tillämpad biokemi

    Author : Signe König; Erika Thomson; [2023]
    Keywords : Patatin; Calcium; Food supplement; Calcium Assay; Alcalase; potato protein; Applied biochemistry; Biology and Life Sciences; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Calcium is essential for the human body as it has functions in the nervous system, bones and formation of teeth. Deficiency in this important nutrient can be detrimental to health and cause life-long issues. Calcium can be found in various foods, like dairy products, but certain plant-based alternatives to milk needs to be fortified with calcium. READ MORE

  6. 5. In vitro optimization of Swedish chaga (Inonotus obliquus) : the path to chaga cultivation in Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

    Author : Mujeeb Zia; [2023]
    Keywords : chaga; Inototus obliquus; in vitro optimisation; sustainable chaga production;

    Abstract : Chaga has become more popular in recent years as a beneficial natural supplement and wellness tea. Understanding chaga source limitations and its harvest dynamics as well as it’s potential revenue streams would be important for future chaga growers in Sweden. READ MORE