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Climate Change, a Threat for Food Safety and Nutritional Quality

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Food".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 July 2023) | Viewed by 19710

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Amélia Martins Delgado

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Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development & Global Change and Sustainability Institute, Universidade do Algarve Edf 8, 8 005-139 Faro, Portugal
Interests: sustainable food systems; food security and climate change; agrobiodiversity; food and health
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Dr. Pasqualina Laganà

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Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University of Messina, A.O.U. "G. Martino"-Torre Biologica 3°p, Via C. Valeria, s.n.c., 98125 Messina, Italy
Interests: environmental microbiology; antibiotic resistance in environmental matrices; prevention
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue will publish contributions aiming at advancing knowledge about the nexus between climate change, food safety and security, the sustainability of food systems, and related key topics of high impact. Food is central to our survival, and it is also a major driver for climate change. The impact of climate change seems to go well beyond food security issues. As food security and food safety are closely related, issues such as emerging foodborne pathogens, the persistence of mycotoxins, the rise of anti-microbial resistance, etc., cannot be dissociated from sustainability aspects. On the other hand, the way land and water are used may impact food safety and nutritional security. Therefore, the urge in changing current food systems is widespread in the scientific community, and awareness among the public and stakeholders is rising. Several top-down and bottom-up actions are already in progress, underpinned in knowledge and in science-based policies. This Special Issue aims to close knowledge gaps between food protection issues and climate change, providing useful information to food technologists, food safety professionals, scholars, students, food activists, and other stakeholders, to assist them in tackling climate change effects, in providing for more nutritious, safer, healthier, and sustainable foods for all. This Special Issue will comprise selected papers that cover topics related, but not limited to, the following keywords:

  • climate change and food safety;
  • emerging foodborne pathogens;
  • spread of antibiotic resistance genes;
  • mycotoxins and food security;
  • emerging risks for chemical contaminants in foods;
  • sustainable agriculture;
  • sustainable food processing;
  • managing food supply chains;
  • sustainable food systems;
  • tackling food waste;
  • sustainable aquaculture;
  • the circular economy and nutritional quality;
  • secondary raw materials;
  • innovations in food packaging.

Dr. Amélia Martins Delgado
Prof. Dr. Pasqualina Laganà
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • climate change and food safety
  • emerging foodborne pathogens
  • spread of antibiotic resistance genes
  • mycotoxins and food security
  • emerging risks for chemical contaminants in foods
  • sustainable agriculture
  • sustainable food processing
  • managing food supply chains
  • sustainable food systems
  • tackling food waste
  • sustainable aquaculture
  • the circular economy and nutritional quality
  • secondary raw materials
  • innovations in food packaging

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Pomological and Olive Oil Quality Characteristics Evaluation under Short Time Irrigation of Olive Trees cv. Chemlali with Untreated Industrial Poultry Wastewater
by Amira Oueslati, Samia Dabbou, Nosra Methneni, Giuseppe Montevecchi, Vincenzo Nava, Rossana Rando, Giovanni Bartolomeo, Andrea Antonelli, Giuseppa Di Bella and Hedi Ben Mansour
Sustainability 2023, 15(5), 4198; https://doi.org/10.3390/su15054198 - 25 Feb 2023
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The aim of this work was the investigation of the effect of wastewater generated from the poultry meat industry on the irrigation of olive trees, during a short time period, in order to evaluate its impact on pomological criteria and olive oil quality. [...] Read more.
The aim of this work was the investigation of the effect of wastewater generated from the poultry meat industry on the irrigation of olive trees, during a short time period, in order to evaluate its impact on pomological criteria and olive oil quality. Olive trees were subjected to irrigation with different water qualities: (i) poultry wastewater (PWW), (ii) poultry wastewater diluted with tap water 50:50 (v/v) (PWTWW), (iii) rain-fed cultivation system (control). The results showed that PWTWW contains the optimal mineral proportions, leading to improved pomological criteria. However, the highest significant pulp oil content was obtained using poultry wastewater irrigation (69.51%), while this was 66.71% using diluted poultry wastewater, and 58.03 % for the control. Poultry wastewater irrigation yielded the best results in oil standard quality indices. In addition, an enrichment in oil total polyphenols content was achieved. The oil fatty acid profile was not affected following irrigation with poultry wastewater. Nevertheless, there was a significant increase in the contents of oleic acid and alcohols, accompanied by a decrease in total sterols. However, heavy metals accumulation was observed in both fruits and olive oil. In conclusion, our results suggest that among the three water qualities, poultry wastewater is the best alternative to improve olive oil quality. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Climate Change, a Threat for Food Safety and Nutritional Quality)
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Validation of the Scale Knowledge and Perceptions about Edible Insects through Structural Equation Modelling
by Raquel P. F. Guiné, João Duarte, Cristina Chuck-Hernández, Nada M. Boustani, Ilija Djekic, Elena Bartkiene, Marijana Matec Sarić, Maria Papageorgiou, Malgorzata Korzeniowska, Patricia Combarros-Fuertes, Maša Černelič-Bizjak, Roxana Martin-Hadmas, Evita Straumite, Emel Damarli, Sofia G. Florença, Manuela Ferreira, Cristina A. Costa, Paula M. R. Correia, Ana P. Cardoso, Sofia Campos and Ofélia Anjosadd Show full author list remove Hide full author list
Sustainability 2023, 15(4), 2992; https://doi.org/10.3390/su15042992 - 7 Feb 2023
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Edible insects have been suggested as a more sustainable source of protein, but their consumption varies according to geographical and sociocultural influences. Focusing on the different aspects that can influence people’s attitudes towards edible insects (EI), this work aimed to carry out the [...] Read more.
Edible insects have been suggested as a more sustainable source of protein, but their consumption varies according to geographical and sociocultural influences. Focusing on the different aspects that can influence people’s attitudes towards edible insects (EI), this work aimed to carry out the statistical validation of an instrument aimed at assessing different dimensions of this field: the KPEI (knowledge and perceptions about EI) scale. The instrument consists of 64 questions distributed by the following dimensions: Culture and Tradition, Gastronomic Innovation and Gourmet Kitchen, Environment and Sustainability, Economic and Social Aspects, Commercialization and Marketing, Nutritional Characteristics, and Health Effects. The data were collected in 13 countries (Croatia, Greece, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, and Turkey). The validation of the KPEI scale was made through Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The results revealed two acceptable models, both retaining 37 of the 64 initial items, distrusted by the seven dimensions as: Culture and Tradition (5 items), Gastronomic Innovation and Gourmet Kitchen (5 items), Environment and Sustainability (8 items), Economic and Social Aspects (5 items), Commercialisation and Marketing (4 items), Nutritional Aspects (6 items), Health Effects (4 items). Both multifactorial models resulting from the CFA/SEM analyses showed approximately equal goodness of statistical fit indices with values of Root Mean Square Error of Approximation (RMSEA), Root Mean Square Residual (RMR), and Standardized Root Mean Square Residual (SRMR) partially zero and values of Goodness of Fit Index (GFI) and Comparative Fit Index (CFI) approximately one, i.e., very close to a perfect fit. For the first-order model, the ratio between chi-square and degrees of freedom is χ2/df = 13.734, GFI = 0.932, CFI = 0.930, RMSEA = 0.043, RMR = 0.042, SRMR = 0.042; and for the second-order model χ2/df = 14.697, GFI = 0.926, CFI = 0.923, RMSEA = 0.045, RMR = 0.047, SRMR = 0.046). The values of composite reliability (CR = 0.967) and mean extracted variance (MEV = 0.448) are indicative of a good fit. Finally, the reliability analysis indicated a very good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = 0.941). These results confirm the successful validation of the KPEI scale, making it a valuable instrument for future application at the international level. Full article
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Advances in the Food Packaging Production from Agri-Food Waste and By-Products: Market Trends for a Sustainable Development
by Nathana L. Cristofoli, Alexandre R. Lima, Rose D. N. Tchonkouang, Andreia C. Quintino and Margarida C. Vieira
Sustainability 2023, 15(7), 6153; https://doi.org/10.3390/su15076153 - 3 Apr 2023
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Agricultural waste has been a prominent environmental concern due to its significant negative impact on the environment when it is incinerated, disposed of in landfills, or burned. These scenarios promoted innovations in the food packaging sector using renewable resources, namely agri-food waste and [...] Read more.
Agricultural waste has been a prominent environmental concern due to its significant negative impact on the environment when it is incinerated, disposed of in landfills, or burned. These scenarios promoted innovations in the food packaging sector using renewable resources, namely agri-food waste and by-products such as bagasse, pulps, roots, shells, straws, and wastewater for the extraction and isolation of biopolymers that are later transformed into packaging materials such as bioplastics, biofilms, paper, and cardboards, among others. In this context, the circular bioeconomy (CBE) model is shown in the literature as a viable alternative for designing more sustainable production chains. Moreover, the biorefinery concept has been one of the main links between the agri-food chain and the food packaging industry. This review article aimed to compile recent advances in the food packaging field, presenting main industrial and scientific innovations, economic data, and the challenges the food packaging sector has faced in favor of sustainable development. Full article
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Climate Change and Pathways Used by Pests as Challenges to Plant Health in Agriculture and Forestry
by Maria Lodovica Gullino, Ramon Albajes, Ibrahim Al-Jboory, Francislene Angelotti, Subrata Chakraborty, Karen A. Garrett, Brett Phillip Hurley, Peter Juroszek, Ralf Lopian, Khaled Makkouk, Xubin Pan, Massimo Pugliese and Tannecia Stephenson
Sustainability 2022, 14(19), 12421; https://doi.org/10.3390/su141912421 - 29 Sep 2022
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Climate change already challenges people’s livelihood globally and it also affects plant health. Rising temperatures facilitate the introduction and establishment of unwanted organisms, including arthropods, pathogens, and weeds (hereafter collectively called pests). For example, a single, unusually warm winter under temperate climatic conditions [...] Read more.
Climate change already challenges people’s livelihood globally and it also affects plant health. Rising temperatures facilitate the introduction and establishment of unwanted organisms, including arthropods, pathogens, and weeds (hereafter collectively called pests). For example, a single, unusually warm winter under temperate climatic conditions may be sufficient to assist the establishment of invasive plant pests, which otherwise would not be able to establish. In addition, the increased market globalization and related transport of recent years, coupled with increased temperatures, has led to favorable conditions for pest movement, invasion, and establishment worldwide. Most published studies indicate that, in general, pest risk will increase in agricultural ecosystems under climate-change scenarios, especially in today’s cooler arctic, boreal, temperate, and subtropical regions. This is also mostly true for forestry. Some pests have already expanded their host range or distribution, at least in part due to changes in climate. Examples of these pests, selected according to their relevance in different geographical areas, are summarized here. The main pathways used by them, directly and/or indirectly, are also discussed. Understanding these pathways can support decisions about mitigation and adaptation measures. The review concludes that preventive mitigation and adaptation measures, including biosecurity, are key to reducing the projected increases in pest risk in agriculture, horticulture, and forestry. Therefore, the sustainable management of pests is urgently needed. It requires holistic solutions, including effective phytosanitary regulations, globally coordinated diagnostic and surveillance systems, pest risk modeling and analysis, and preparedness for pro-active management. Full article
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Tackling Food Waste in the Tourism Sector: Towards a Responsible Consumption Trend
by Amélia Delgado, Rosmel Rodriguez and Anna Staszewska
Sustainability 2023, 15(17), 13226; https://doi.org/10.3390/su151713226 - 4 Sep 2023
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One of the significant problems of planet Earth is related to food production and consumption. This paper evaluates the role of the tourism sector in generating food waste as well as its potential to drive sustainability. Tackling food loss and waste is acknowledged [...] Read more.
One of the significant problems of planet Earth is related to food production and consumption. This paper evaluates the role of the tourism sector in generating food waste as well as its potential to drive sustainability. Tackling food loss and waste is acknowledged as urgent, both for the people and the planet. Food waste is particularly problematic in industrialised regions, impeding the fulfilment of the Sustainable Development Goals. Although most of the wasted food originates in households, the contribution of the tourism sector is still relevant. A multidisciplinary reflection is thus carried out to assess the impacts of tourism on food production and consumption, linking them with cultural landscapes. By taking the UK as a case study, common problems of the sector are exposed, including dealing with food that remains uneaten, and the need to accurately assess food waste. Data gaps and guidance in measuring food waste are discussed, and suggestions for mitigating this issue include increasing food literacy, reducing food demand, and implementing sustainability business awards. Initiatives such as zero-waste restaurants are paving the way for mainstream changes in reducing food waste, thereby addressing climate change, increasing food availability and helping to alleviate hunger and malnutrition worldwide. Full article
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