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New Coating Keeps Strawberries Fresh for 8 Days!

4/11/2025

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Brazilian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking natural coating that keeps strawberries fresh for an impressive eight days. Crafted from chitosan, gelatin, and pomegranate peel extract, this edible layer combats mold and minimizes weight loss while maintaining the fruit's nutritional value and flavor. This innovation promises to slash food waste and boost economic benefits for both farmers and consumers.

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Brazilian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking natural coating that keeps strawberries fresh for an impressive eight days. Crafted from chitosan, gelatin, and pomegranate peel extract, this edible layer combats mold and minimizes weight loss while maintaining the fruit's nutritional value and flavor. This innovation promises to slash food waste and boost economic benefits for both farmers and consumers.