Food and Food Products: The Safety and Quality Perspective of Fish, Fruit Juice, Meat and Palm Oil

• Authors: Joel Welbeck , Emmanuel Botchway
• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

EN

Food safety and quality of food products are of utmost importance to consumers, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders. The present study provides an overview of the multifaceted safety and quality requirements for four distinct food categories: fish, fruit juice, meat, and palm oil. Each of these products holds a unique place in global diets and trade, necessitating specific considerations and regulations to safeguard public health and uphold consumer expectations. In the case of fish, factors such as sourcing, handling, storage, and processing play crucial roles in ensuring safety and quality. Contaminants, including heavy metals and pathogens, pose significant challenges, while sustainable fishing practices gain increasing attention. Fruit juice, a popular beverage choice, faces challenges related to authenticity, nutritional content, and microbiological safety. Stringent regulations aim to maintain the integrity of juice products, addressing issues such as adulteration and the presence of harmful microorganisms. Meat, a staple protein source, requires rigorous quality controls throughout the supply chain. Challenges include disease prevention, animal welfare, and adherence to hygiene and traceability standards, with an increasing emphasis on sustainable and ethical practices. Palm oil, a ubiquitous ingredient in various food products, presents concerns related to environmental sustainability, health impacts, and supply chain transparency. Striking a balance between meeting global demand and addressing these concerns is a complex endeavor. This abstract outlines the critical dimensions of safety and quality within these diverse food categories, highlighting the importance of regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, and consumer awareness in ensuring the integrity of fish, fruit juice, meat, and palm oil. A comprehensive understanding of these requirements is essential for all stakeholders involved in the production, distribution, and consumption of these vital food commodities.

Keywords

EN

adulteration; and food fraud; fish; food quality; food safety; fruit juice meat; palm oil

Discipline

• FOOD_&_NUTRITION: FOOD & NUTRITION

• Publisher: Scientific Publishing House „DARWIN”
• Journal: World News of Natural Sciences
• Year: 2025
• Volume: 60
• Pages: 13-21

Contributors

author

Joel Welbeck

• Department of Agricultural Engineering, School of Agriculture, University of Cape Coast, Ghana

author

Emmanuel Botchway

• Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey

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• Document Type: article