Food products spoil over time. It is due to the decomposition of organic molecules that occurs spontaneously. In addition, pests such as insects and rodent infestations on food products cause them to spoil. But the most common cause of food spoilage is the result of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. They enter food for growth and nutrition, the presence of which leads to the spoil of foods. Toxins and chemicals produced by their multiplication make food unsafe for human consumption. So food transportation play the key role in food industry.
Microorganisms are very small and have a very large population. They are usually dispersed using air, soil or water and easily enter unprotected food products. To ensure the protection of food products, we need different methods of treatment and storage. Here are some common food storage methods that can be used before and during the shipping process to get your food to its destination in the right conditions.
Time and temperature control
Proper food safety measures in relation to time and temperature control have a high impact on food safety. Researchers have shown that under certain conditions, one bacterium multiplies every 20 minutes. They have actually identified the range between 5° (41° F) and 57.2° (134.96° F) Celsius as the danger zone. Any food that remains in such conditions is a good breeding ground for pathogens. The most vulnerable food products that need special attention include meat, dairy products, eggs, milk and most chopped fruits and vegetables.
The importance of proper food storage during transportation
We use common storage processes used to ensure the quality and safety of food during shipping. But why food preservation is important? Let us consider a few reasons why these actions are necessary.
Avoid wasting
Millions tons of perishable food are lost somewhere in the food chain. But rising costs of living and the world’s population call for a proper solution to food waste to reduce this waste. Proper storage of food during transportation ensures that the desired products maintain the required quality until they reach their destination. This will reduce the risk of mold or rot and ensure that the product is not wasted. This makes proper food storage an economically viable option that limits long-term losses for producers and buyers.
Maximum durability
The method used for food products during transportation determines the shelf life. When you do poorly during shipping, even if the products reach their destination, they do not perform well. On the other hand, proper food storage keeps the product fresh for a longer period of time. At Food Lord we use special Nanotechnology packaging to keep products fresh especially for dried fruit which is important for us that our customer receives the goods with the highest quality.
Pest protection
When food is stored improperly, it attracts pests and rodents. But if the right method is used, the possibility of infection is greatly reduced.
Maintain food quality
When a good food preservation method is used, most of the nutrients present during harvest are preserved. This is important because it ensures that consumers’ food is rich in nutrients. It also helps those who export to countries with strict food regulations. Samples of food products are sometimes tested regularly to ensure that they meet market needs.