All articles tagged with #edible coating
UBC researchers developed a biodegradable, starch-based fruit wash using iron and tannic acid that binds and removes 86–94% of surface pesticides and then forms an edible, breathable coating that slows oxidation and moisture loss, keeping grapes firm for up to 15 days at room temperature and suggesting a low-cost option for both households and food processors pending regulatory approval.
UBC researchers have developed a natural, biodegradable wash made from starch-based particles capped with iron and tannic acid that can remove about 86–94% of surface pesticide residues from apples, and a light edible coating formed after washing that slows browning and moisture loss, keeping grapes fresh for up to 15 days at room temperature; the method could cost roughly three cents per apple for industrial use, with home-use versions and broader testing still to come and regulatory review required.
Boston-based startup Foodberry has developed an edible coating that mimics fruit skin, eliminating the need for plastic-based packaging and offering a near-endless variety of sweet and savory flavors and textures for traditionally hard-to-transport foods like ice cream and yogurt. The company's products, or "foodberries," have a balanced nutritional profile and are designed to reduce plastic waste and food waste, with perishable items remaining safe and tasty to eat for 60 to 90 days. Foodberry is in the process of getting its items into stores and building partnerships with other brands, aiming to revolutionize the way we snack and contribute to a reduction in food waste and plastic pollution.