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The oil palm industry in Malaysia generates more than 1.3 million tonnes of oil palm trunks (OPT), 8.0 million tonnes of pruned and felled fronds (OPF), and 2.4 million tonnes of empty fruit brunches (EFB). These massive quantities of OPT, OPF and EFB are the biomass components available from replanting, and also through routine field … Read more
The commercial oil palm planting material, DxP, or known as tenera is produced by crossing largely Deli duras with selected pisiferas. There are a number of pisifera sources for seed production. One of the popular sources is AVROS population (Figure 1). Main Researcher: Rajanaidu, N
Noodles are staple food in many Asian countries and account for more than 12% of global wheat production each year (Euromonitor, 2013). The world market size for noodle products had reached a total value of USD 2300 million in year 2013. Market players are aware of health concerns and some have initiated moves to provide healthier options (Euromonitor, 2013). Many functional ingredients have been … Read more
Ice cream is a complex combination of partially frozen foam of emulsion held together by emulsified fat. Ice cream is made by freezing and aerating pasteurised mix with agitation to incorporate air for a smooth and good consistency. Dairy fats are commonly used in the production of ice cream. They are primarily derived from milk, cream, butter and anhydrous milk fat. Milk fat … Read more
In culinary arts, the word fondant can refer to one or two types of sugar-based pastes used in preparing and decorating cakes, pastries and confectioneries. There are two types of fondant: 1) poured fondant, and 2) rolled fondant. Poured fondant is a sweet, creamy paste that can be used as a filling or icing for pastries. Rolled fondant is almost like very sweet … Read more