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Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
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ISSN 2571-581X · Frontiers Media S.A. · 6,163 articles in the index
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Storage quality as food quality: integrated assessment of microwave and cold plasma effects on wheat beetles and grain antioxidant profile
Postharvest insect infestation reduces both the safety and the functional value of stored wheat, while regulatory and market pressure is steadily limiting chemical fumigation. Here, microwave heating (MW) (200–800 W, 5–20 min) and atmospheric-pressure dielectric barrier discharge cold plasma (CP)…
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Consumer sensory assessments of chicken breeds: the role of location, age, and gender in resource-poor communities for food security and sustainable livelihoods
The objective of the study was to determine the effect of location, age and gender of consumers on sensory evaluation characteristics. The study focused on village chickens breeds (non-descriptive breed and Potchefstroom Koekoek) and broiler chickens in resource-poor communities. A total of 120…
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Rural prosperity: the key to sustainable farm and food systems
We highlight the tension in food systems between affordable food for all and prosperity of the rural communities that produce most of that food. Over the past six decades, global efforts to combat hunger have centered on boosting the production of basic food staples, leading to significant…
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From clicks to quick bites—social media engagement and logistics efficiency as drivers of fast-food consumption in the United Arab Emirates
IntroductionThe fast-food industry in the United Arab Emirates has expanded rapidly due to urbanization, a digitally active young population, and extensive use of social media for consumer engagement. Fast-food brands increasingly rely on digital touchpoints to influence purchase decisions, brand…
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Youth aspirations and entrepreneurial motivation in agriculture: insights from smallholder farmers in OR Tambo District, Eastern Cape
Agriculture holds untapped potential for youth empowerment and rural development in South Africa, particularly in regions such as the Eastern Cape, where unemployment and poverty are widespread. While often perceived as an unattractive career, a growing number of youth are redefining agriculture as…
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Rice and food security amidst agricultural transformation in the highlands of northern Thailand
Transformation of the highlands of northern Thailand holds lessons for agricultural development in other parts of the world, especially for the agroecosystems that sustain local populations while also providing critical ecological services. This article aims to highlight these lessons, by reviewing…
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Digital technology-enabled public services and rural residents’ subjective wellbeing: synergies and pathways in China
IntroductionThe rapid advancement of digital technologies has made exploring how public service delivery impacts rural residents’ subjective well-being (SWB) a critical scholarly focus. Rural SWB is not only pivotal to China’s rural revitalization but also constrained by uneven public service…
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Chilean wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) landraces with greater biomass, yield stability, and intrinsic WUE than modern varieties are an opportunity for adaptation to severe drought areas
In Mediterranean environments, wheat often faces water scarcity during grain filling. The spike growth period may also be affected under severe drought conditions, which are becoming increasingly frequent due to ongoing climate change. Selection for high yield potential has led to yield…
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Study of the differential active components and anti-proliferative effects of Gardenia jasminoides J.Ellis at different harvesting periods
ObjectiveTo investigate the quality standards and anti-proliferative effects of Gardenia jasminoides J.Ellis (GJE) at different harvesting periods, and to determine the optimal harvesting time for anti-cancer applications.MethodsA fast, simple, and accurate analytical method was established using…
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The spatiotemporal evolution of China’s grain production resilience and its influencing factors: an empirical analysis at the county level
The security and stability of grain production form the foundation for the high-quality development of a nation’s economy and society, holding strategic significance for social stability and sustainable economic growth. This study employs the core variable method to measure and analyze the…
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Influence of variety and processing methods on the sensory characteristics and consumer acceptance of stiff porridge prepared from sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench)
IntroductionSorghum is an underutilised and neglected crop in Malawi. The study assessed how sorghum varieties and processing methods affect the sensory characteristics and consumer acceptance of stiff porridge.MethodsThree sorghum varieties, namely Wayawaya, Naliyeti and Pilira 1, were processed…
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Climate-resilient, gender-responsive aqua-horticulture for rural nutrition and livelihoods: evidence from coastal region of India
Enhancing rural women’s access to productive resources, technologies and services can significantly strengthen their contributions to rural development. Their reliance on natural resources heightens their vulnerability to climate change. Yet this connection also positions rural women as key…
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From vulnerability to viability: integrating global evidence and Fijian insights for sugarcane resilience in SIDS
The Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are epicenters of a global climate crisis where agricultural systems, particularly the historically vital sugarcane sector, face existential threats. The academic and policy responses to this crisis, however, have been defined by a critical flaw: a…
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The potential of the Tool for Agroecological Performance Evaluation (TAPE) to estimate greenhouse gas emissions
IntroductionThe agricultural sector faces increasing pressure to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while simultaneously acting as a driver of global climate change. In response, agroecology amongst other approaches is gaining recognition as a holistic framework to transform…
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Cultivating regenerative aquaculture: a conceptual framework based on a review of regenerative food systems literature
Blue foods, derived from aquatic sources, play a crucial role in advancing sustainable, equitable, and healthy food systems, contributing to several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 2050 Vision for Biodiversity. Aquaculture, now the leading source of blue foods globally, continues to…
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How prompt concreteness shapes consumer food waste in restaurants: evidence from field and laboratory experiments
IntroductionThe increasing problem of food waste has become a global issue. Displaying prompts to restaurant consumers is widely regarded as an important measure to reduce food waste, though its effectiveness remains debated. Based on this, this study explores the impact of a common design feature…
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Forecasting eco-efficiency performance of China’s agricultural industry
Under the dual challenge of global climate change and food security, agriculture is required to not only sustain continuous growth in socio-economic output but also shoulder the significant responsibility of reducing carbon emissions and protecting the ecological environment. Traditional…
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Experimental determination of the mechanical properties of highland barley grains
BackgroundThe aim of this study was to investigate the conventional and viscoelastic mechanical properties of highland barley grains to provide a foundation for optimizing harvesting and processing equipment.MethodsThe triaxial dimensions, 1,000-grain weight, and unit weight of three highland…
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Evaluating agroecological practices using the FAO TAPE (tool for agroecological performance evaluation): a case study of the Lake Bosomtwe Biosphere Reserve, Ghana
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Tool for Agroecological Performance Evaluation (TAPE) is a participatory framework for assessing the performance of agroecological systems. Using Lake Bosomtwe Biosphere Reserve (LBBR) in Ghana as a case study, the tool was applied in engagement with…
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