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Project Code [20/FIP/FD/8934P]
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Project title
Evaluating quality and shelf life of silicon enriched fresh salad leaves using alternative plastic packaging solutions
Primary Funding Agency
Science Foundation Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
Technological University Dublin (TUD)
Project Abstract
With a diverse and experienced team that have a shared goal to reduce food loss and plastic waste in the Irish horticulture sector, we have the capability to grow and test this idea at each stage. We want to create an industry standard for compostable packaging solutions to promote sustainable and greener shopping habits.
Project inputs � To identify issues around shelf life of fresh produce using alternative plastic packaging
solutions
Project activities � To grow sustainable food effectively by fortifying fresh crops with silicon during preharvest stage to facilitate longer shelf life.
Behavioural outputs � To raise awareness of farm to fork strategy along the supply chain
Potential impact � To quantify the environmental emissions reductions of moving to the compostable
option using Si fortified fresh produce. To disseminate information on best practice among growers to
optimise sustainable crop production.
Grant Approved
�2,373,759.00
Research Theme
Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
30/09/2024