Search the EPA Research Database

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)

Lead Applicant

n/a

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 Hub

n/a

Research Theme

Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities

Start Date

01/04/2022

Initial Projected Completion Date

30/09/2024