Packaging

The Effects of Different Plastic Film Mulches on the Physicochemical and Microbiological Properties of Soils for Protected Pepper Cultivation

19/06/2025 - Plastic film mulching is widely used in protected agriculture. However, the residues of various types of plastic films, as a consequence, severely affect soil quality. The most widely promoted...

Melatonin/Chitosan Biomaterials for Wound Healing and Beyond: A Multifunctional Therapeutic Approach

20/06/2025 - Chitosan is increasingly utilized in combination with melatonin in novel formulations for a wide range of therapeutic applications. As a biocompatible and biodegradable polymer, chitosan exhibits...

Employment of Biodegradable, Short-Life Mulching Film on High-Density Cropping Lettuce in a Mediterranean Environment: Potentials and Prospects

03/06/2025 - Biodegradable mulch films were developed over the last decades to replace polyethylene, but their short durability and higher costs still limit their diffusion. This work aimed to test an innovative...

Effect of an Innovative Solarization Method on Crops, Soil-Borne Pathogens, and Living Fungal Biodiversity

05/06/2025 - Recently, a new solarization method gained a great deal of attention thanks to various advantages in comparison with both the traditional one and soil fumigation (alternative soil treatment based on...

A Study of the Influence of Sodium Alginate Molecular Weight and Its Crosslinking on the Properties of Potato Peel Waste-Based Films

06/06/2025 - This study develops a sustainable biopolymer film derived from potato peel waste (PW), enhanced with low- and high-viscosity sodium alginate (SA) through a solution casting method. The effect of...

Evaluation of the Comprehensive Effects of Biodegradable Mulch Films on the Soil Hydrothermal Flux, Root Architecture, and Yield of Drip-Irrigated Rice

25/05/2025 - Biodegradable mulch films not only provide similar field benefits to conventional mulch films but also degrade naturally, rendering them an effective alternative to traditional polyethylene mulch...

A green chemistry approach for the medical device industry

01/01/2020 - The increase in laparoscopic and robotic surgery and other minimally invasive procedures has prompted a worldwide surge in single-use medical devices. Currently, such devices and much medical...

The bio-based packaging films poised to be ahead of the pack

01/05/2022 - Half of the world’s plastic waste is caused by packaging. With only around

Drone airlines to laser modelling: how Horizon supports research and innovation in Bulgaria

- Bulgaria has a long history of scientific innovation. Artefacts recovered from the Varna Necropolis represent the oldest known gold treasure and jewellery in the world, reflecting an active...

Creating sustainable coatings that protect products and the environment

01/01/2023 - The global coatings market is expanding, while regulations are becoming increasingly strict in order to protect consumer and environmental safety. Many commonly used and conventional coatings contain...

Mulching Improves the Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Millet in Northern China: A Meta-Analysis

13/02/2025 - In northern China, the production of millet is constrained by water scarcity, necessitating suitable agronomic measures to realize its yield potential. Mulching effectively conserves soil moisture...

Preparation and Optimization of a Polyhydroxyoctanoate&ndash;Hydroxyapatite Composite Available to Scaffolds in Implantable Devices

06/02/2025 - Biomaterials represent a distinct class of materials used in various medical applications, such as replicating the shape or function of damaged tissue caused by disease or trauma. The increasing...

A Critical Review of Consumer Perception and Environmental Impacts of Bioplastics in Sustainable Food Packaging

07/02/2025 - As awareness of environmental issues deepens and the demand for sustainability grows among societies, businesses, and consumers, minimizing the environmental impact of food packaging has become...

Effect of Biodegradable Mulch and Different Synthetic Mulches on Growth and Yield of Field-Grown Small-Fruited Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.)

19/01/2025 - Mulching is a widely adopted practice in vegetable cultivation globally. This technique employs various plastic materials, such as polyethylene (PE) film or polypropylene (PP) nonwoven fabric, with...

Hake Fish Preservation Using Plant-Based Impregnated Polylactic Acid Food Films as Active Packaging

10/01/2025 - Global fish consumption has steadily increased; however, fishery products are difficult to preserve. Active packaging has emerged as an alternative to improve its conservation. In this work, fresh...

Evaluation of the Effects of Degradable Mulching Film on the Growth, Yield and Economic Benefit of Garlic

31/12/2024 - Polyethylene mulch film (PEM) is widely utilized in garlic cultivation, significantly enhancing garlic yield. However, the prolonged use of this material leads to serious environmental issues that...

Microplastics in Agricultural Crops and Their Possible Impact on Farmers&rsquo; Health: A Review

31/12/2024 - The indiscriminate use of plastic products and their inappropriate management and disposal contribute to the increasing presence and accumulation of this material in all environmental zones. The...

Straw Return with Biodegradable Film Mulch: A Synergistic Cultivation Measure with Environmental and Economic Benefits Based on Life Cycle Assessment

16/12/2024 - Straw return and plastic film mulching are two critical management measures that not only maintain high and stable crop yields, but also have a significant impact on the ecological environment....

Foods, Vol. 13, Pages 4096: Production of Starch-Based Flexible Food Packaging in Developing Countries: Analysis of the Processes, Challenges, and Requirements

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