Join the leading experts in food processing to share experiences and hear about the latest research, in a country at the forefront of new sustainability initiatives.

Submit abstracts by 16 May 2014 http://www.advancesfoodprocessingconference.com/index.html

Topic List:

Sustainability – efficient use of resources and energy

Raw material utilization: waste reduction in food processing and the food chain; use of by-products
Energy efficiency and water management: energy savings in thermal and non-thermal technologies; reducing water consumption by optimization processing and design; improvement of distribution logistics
Life cycle strategies: footprint (carbon, water, land); packaging and waste recycling; fair trade production
Innovative products, ingredients and packaging

Sensory optimization and consumer preferences: new texture attributes in food and beverages: flavor perception and consumption behavior; novel natural ingredients; clean labeling and organic food
Nutrition and health: optimization of nutritional value; functional ingredients; reduction of fats, sugar and salt
Food and packaging convenience: healthier snacks and ready to eat products; food service; convenience packaging
Food safety and quality

New technologies in food processing and preservation: thermal, mechanical and physical processing
Packaging for extended shelf life: active packaging; intelligent packaging; optimizing barriers
Regulatory aspects: novel food; health claims; packaging; nanotechnology
Communication with consumers: industry; academic; government