date:Apr 24, 2020
Over the course of their journey from the open fields to the produce displays at grocery stores, fresh vegetables and fruits can sometimes become contaminated by microorganisms. These items can then spoil other produce, spreading the contamination further and increasing the number of food items that can cause illnesses.
To prevent cross-contamination between fresh produce, researchers at Texas AM University have created a coating that can be applied to food-contact surfaces like conveyor belts,