Logistics & Compliance

How is the shelf life of bulk raisins validated? Validating the 12 month shelf life of bulk raisins requires a scientific protocol centered on Water Activity (aw) control. To prevent microbial spoilage, premium Turkish Sultana Raisins are processed to an aw below 0.60. Validation involves Accelerated Shelf Life Testing (ASLT) at 35°C to simulate one […]

How do you calculate the Scope 3 carbon footprint of dried apricots? Calculating the Scope 3 carbon footprint of dried apricots involves aggregating indirect emissions from the entire upstream supply chain. This includes data on agricultural inputs like fertilizer usage harvesting fuel processing water consumption and logistics. For Turkish sun dried apricots the calculation is […]