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Reasons for consuming rasi as a staple food for the Cireundeu indigenous people: a qualitative study
(2021-09-29)
Rasi (made from cassava) are used as staple food by the Cireundeu indigenous people. This food culture is considered different from the food culture of Indonesian people who generally make rice as their staple food. Therefore, this study aimed to show the reasons Cireundeu indigenous people consume rasi as their staple food. This qualitative research was conducted in Cireundeu Village, Cimahi City, West Java Province, Indonesia. Data was collected from the Cireundeu indigenous people through in-depth interviews and ...
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Demand for selected plant-based protein among the staff of a tertiary institution in Nigeria
(2021-09-29)
Increasing demand for animal protein has a negative consequences human health and the environment. Thus, the need for a replacement of animal protein with plant-based protein in human diet. The demand for selected plant-based protein (PBPs) (soybean, mushroom, potato, and cowpea) was therefore assessed. Data collected from 343 staffers of university of Ibadan were analysed using descriptive statistics and Quadratic Almost Ideal Demand System. Mushroom and soybean were luxury goods but demand for mushroom was more ...
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Finding alternatives: Canadian attitudes towards novel foods in support of sustainable agriculture
(2021-09-29)
Global agriculture and farming practices account for roughly a quarter of total atmospheric emissions. Protein agricultural is especially prone to green-house gas emissions. There is a need to find alternatives, both in the form of protein and sustainable practices in providing alternative protein sources. However, sustainable agricultural practices must consider consumer behaviour and attitude towards switching protein sources. In this study, we carried out a survey of 993 Canadians in order to better understand the ...
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Application of check-all-that-apply (CATA) in sensory profile assessment of arabica dark roast and black pepper mixed coffee
(2021-11-29)
Black pepper coffee is one of the developing innovations in Bangka Belitung Province, Indonesia. This study aimed to assess black pepper coffee's sensory profile using the CATA (check-all-that-apply) rapid analysis method and find the formula and brewing technique most consumers liked. The study consisted of two stages: determining the sensory attributes of black pepper coffee and taking sensory data from coffee consumers with coffee and black pepper powder ratios (98:2; 96:4; and 94:6) and brewing methods (cold brew, ...
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Vol. 9 No. 2 (2021)
(Specialized Partnerships in Sustainable Food Systems and Food Sovereignty, Faculty of Organic Agricultural Sciences, the University of Kassel, Germany and the Federation of German Scientists (VDW), 2021)
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Environmental Impacts of Food Loss and Waste: Land Degradation
(2021-02-23)
Food waste and loss have a negative impact on the environment through water, land, energy and other natural resources that are used to produce non-consumable products. According to the results of an empirical study, to establish the degree of degradation of land resources as a result of food loss and waste, as well as to identify potential environmental benefits from reducing food loss and waste for agricultural land use. Methods: The authors’ methodological approach for assessing the impact of food loss and waste ...
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Vol. 9 No. 4 (2021)
(Specialized Partnerships in Sustainable Food Systems and Food Sovereignty, Faculty of Organic Agricultural Sciences, the University of Kassel, Germany and the Federation of German Scientists (VDW), 2021-11)
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Dependency and economic benefits of use of wild food plants use among tribal communities in Malai Madeshawara Hills wildlife sanctuary, Southern India
(2021-01-31)
Wild food plant resources and their indigenous knowledge of use, are in danger of being lost in areas where rapid environmental and cultural transformations have led to changes in eating habits and practices. The study assesses the dependency and economic value of wild food plant use among forest-dwelling communities. Community perceptions are used to assess the use patterns and interrelations of human well-being. The data is collected through a combination of semi-structured interviews, household questionnaire survey, ...
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Vol. 9 No. 5 (2021)
(Specialized Partnerships in Sustainable Food Systems and Food Sovereignty, Faculty of Organic Agricultural Sciences, the University of Kassel, Germany and the Federation of German Scientists (VDW), 2021-12-30)
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Influencing factors of adopting solar irrigation technology and its impact on farmers’ livelihood. A case study in Bangladesh
(2021-12-15)
Sustainable irrigation access is considered critical for agricultural growth in Bangladesh, which vindicates the food and livelihood security. Solar powered irrigation system had emerged as promising technology to make sustainable irrigation in Bangladesh. This study examines the factors affecting the adoption of solar powered irrigation system and the impact of this technology on livelihood of farmer. To conduct this analysis, data were collected from Meherpur district of Bangladesh. Simple random sampling technique ...