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Food Industry Innovations: Food Waste Reduction
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Which innovative technology helps reduce food waste by extending the shelf life of perishable products?
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Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)
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Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) involves replacing the air inside a food package with a controlled mixture of gases, typically a combination of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen. This modified atmosphere helps slow down the growth of microorganisms and enzymatic reactions, extending the shelf life of perishable products.