Food Science, Artificial Intelligence, Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Insect Science
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Mechanical approaches for insect management in grain storage: Detection, prevention, and control Vinass Jamali Pitchai Mydeen, Vismaya K. Sachithanandhan, Eyarkai Nambi Vijayaram, Loganathan Manickam, Saravanan Shanmugasundaram, Chandrasekar Veerapandian Non Chemical Methods for Disinfestation of Stored Products, 2025 Maintaining stable food supplies and economies depends on reducing the prevalence of pest infestations in perishable goods. This chapter delves into mechanical methods for detecting and controlling stored product insects, with a focus on early detection and successful management approaches. Effective detection procedures are crucial for avoiding extensive infestations. When it comes to identifying species and monitoring populations, nothing beats the simplicity and effectiveness of traps and pitfall traps for catching insects. Automated insect identification in stored items is possible using machine vision methods that use image recognition algorithms. Sensitive chemical changes may be used by spectroscopic techniques, such as near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, to distinguish between infested and wholesome products. Creating a hostile atmosphere for insects is the primary objective of the control strategies discussed in this chapter. Tightly sealed storage facilities made of insect-proof materials may prevent unwanted visitors. Additional protection for items may be achieved via the use of airtight containers or by introducing materials that repel insects. By using well-calibrated dosages of ionizing radiation, irradiation successfully destroys all phases of an insect's life cycle without causing any damage to the product itself. Another option for pest management is to use thermal treatments, such as heat treatment or controlled environment storage. By integrating these mechanical detection and control strategies, this chapter provides a comprehensive framework for safeguarding stored products from insect infestations, ensuring food quality and economic sustainability.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT SOURCES AND EQUIPMENT: Design Considerations and Parameters Affecting Its Efficacy Nonthermal Light Based Technologies in Food Processing, 2025
INTRODUCTION TO ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT: Principles, Advantages, Limitations, and Applications Nonthermal Light Based Technologies in Food Processing, 2025
