This collection features four peer-reviewed reviews on improving the shelf life of horticultural produce.The first chapter introduces the concept of smart distribution and highlights how optimising the management of produce distribution systems can reduce loss and waste in the horticultural sector and extend shelf life by minimising quality deterioration. The chapter also discusses the use of remote sensing technology to determine food quality.The second ch...

Focuses on advances in preservation technologies such as advanced modelling of cooling patterns, dynamic controlled atmosphere and improving use of 1-MCP as an ethylene inhibitorReviews strengths and weaknesses of different disinfection techniques, such as the use of sanitisers, hot water or air, irradiation, plasma, ozone and natural antimicrobialsCovers developments in smart supply chain and distribution monitoring and management

This self-help book is for people who have gained weight because they have lost touch with using natural hunger and fullness signals to guide their eating.As seen on Channel 4’s ‘Don’t Diet, Lose Weight', Dr Helen McCarthy shows you how to relearn to eat in tune with your body, whilst still eating your favourite foods, taking one manageable step at a time. It is the antithesis to ‘going on a diet’. It is also the antidote to ‘clean eating’, as you eat what you already, and have alw...

Comprehensive coverage of the latest research in isolating and analysing the diverse range of compounds in milkReviews the genetic factors that affect milk composition, as well as the ways milk chemistry can affect sensory qualityExplores the importance of milk as a valuable commodity

Covering both theoretical and practical approaches, Writing the Research Paper guides students studying in English as a second or additional language through the skills necessary for success in university-level writing and research. The book begins with theoretical considerations, such as research, argumentation and critical thinking. It then offers a broad range of practical assistance covering all aspects of the writing process, including topic selection, argument, counter-argum...

Do you know a dog that likes to chew things? Dudley does! This time he may have gotten himself into a bit of trouble. Thankfully, the Furry Emergency Vet is there to help him and his family. See what happens during Dudley's Furry Emergency!

This beautifully illustrated picture book gives young readers a special look into the lives of the lemurs of Madagascar.Dr. Anding shows that when we look into the mirror of peaceful, agape love, we learn more about the importance of the Golden Rule. She aptly describes the wandering spirit of these beloved creatures while giving children insight into their natural habitat and daily way of life.A wonderful addition for families, classrooms, and libraries looking to expand t...

High Heels, Honey Lips and White Powder is the powerful true-life story of Dr. Rose Maria McCarthy Anding’s journey from addiction, destructive choices, and personal hardship to recovery, faith, purpose, and a transformed relationship with Jesus Christ.After nearly twenty-five years of struggling with drug addiction and the consequences of life in the fast lane, Rose reached a turning point that would change the course of her life. Her journey took her through broken relat...

The tragedies of my yesterdays are now the sermons I preach, the lessons I share, and the memories that have caused me to lay down the stones that I used to carry.Rose "Maria McCarthy" Anding was trapped in a life of addiction, crime, sex, violence, and homelessness for over twenty-five years. Her life turned on an axis of High Heels, Honey Lips, and White Powder. During that time, she was raped, robbed, beaten, shot at, and became involved in the infamous drug scandal of Mayor Mar...

The tragedies of my yesterdays are now the sermons I preach, the lessons I share, and the memories that have caused me to lay down the stones that I used to carry.Rose "Maria McCarthy" Anding was trapped in life of addiction, crime, sex, violence, and homelessness for over twenty-five years. Her life turned on an axis of High Heels, Honey Lips, and White Powder. During that time, she was raped, robbed, beaten, shot at, and became involved in the infamous drug scandal of Mayor Mario...

This Golden Rule book is also available separately as a book for children-without the added guidance for adult readers."This picture book gives readers a special look into the lives of the lemurs of Madagascar. Dr. Anding demonstrates that we can look to the lemurs' peaceful and agape way of living to learn more about the importance of the Golden Rule. She aptly describes the wandering spirit of these beloved creatures while giving young readers insight into their natural habitat a...

These questions must be asked: What is the real lifestyle of Christians, and what happens when...Some of our churches are out-of-order, filled with "overgrown babies," wearing diapers, which at times are dirty and smelly. Please do not take or touch their pacifiers; they will cry, yell, and have temper tantrums. -Dr. Rose Maria McCarthy AndingWhen The Church is Out of Order, it affects all Christians, their communities, and the whole society of mankind-in essence, the whole...