In this study session, you will learn about the principles and methods of food protection and preservation, and also the details of safe ways of food processing and preparation. Having an understanding of food microbiology as you learned in Study Session 8 is important for food protection and preservation practice. Many of the methods of food protection and preservation used today are of ancient origin. Food Preservation Methods and Guidanceįood protection and food preservation have one aim in common they are intended to prevent contamination and spoilage of foods. Examples of preserved foods include properly packaged refrigerated, frozen, canned, and dried products. Food preservation is the maintenance of safe and nutritious food for an extended period of time. Other losses in quality are caused by natural activities in fresh food tissues, for example, the excessive softening in overripe fruit caused by fruit enzymes. Spoilage is normally caused by the growth of microorganisms in foods.
Food spoilage is the process of food becoming unsafe or unacceptable for human consumption. It provides links to many of the other related resources available to you. This website is devoted to sharing information about food safety and safe ways to preserve food at home. By using our site, you agree to our collection of information through the use of cookies. File Name: principles of food preservation processing and packaging.
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