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Novel Active Edible Coating Utilizing Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) Extract for Microbial Control and Prolonged Shelf Life of Cheese

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  • Elif Ayça Güler

  • Elif Özbey

  • August 15, 2026

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    Approximately one-third of food produced globally is lost or wasted annually during handling, storage, and transportation.

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    Conventional petroleum-based packaging raises environmental concerns due to poor biodegradability and waste accumulation.

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    Active edible coatings, such as those containing safflower extract, release bioactive compounds to manage microbial spoilage and oxidative deterioration.

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    Edible coatings can enhance food quality and shelf life by acting as protective barriers that reduce moisture loss and preserve aroma.

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    The application of edible coatings employs various techniques, with dipping being the most common for uniform coverage on food surfaces.

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Innovative active edible coating with safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) extract for microbial inactivation and shelf life extension of cheese

  • by Elif Ayça Güler, Elif Özbey

  • August 15, 2026

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