Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture 

About: Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture is an academic journal published by United Arab Emirates University. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): Chemistry & Food science. It has an ISSN identifier of 2079-052X. It is also open access. Over the lifetime, 1507 publications have been published receiving 16164 citations. The journal is also known as: FFA magazine & EJFA.

An overview on drought induced changes in plant growth, water relationsand photosynthesis -

Abstract: At a whole plant level the effects of drought is usually perceived as a decrease in growth and photosyntheticcarbon assimilation. That is why this review is focused mainly on recent information about the effects ofdrought on plant growth, water relations and photosynthesis, as well as mechanisms of adaptation. It is shownthat plants have evolved a great number of adaptive mechanisms that allow the biochemical systems to copewith increased water deficit. The literature analyzed in this review shows the complexity of tolerance to waterdeficit and supports the statements of many authors that the flexibility of cell metabolism and its fastacclimation to changes in environmental conditions is a first essential step in stress avoidance.

Millets: nutritional composition, some health benefits and processing - a review

Abstract: Millets are a major food source in arid and semi-arid parts of the world. Millets are good sources of energy.They provide protein, fatty acids, minerals, vitamins, dietary fibre and polyphenols. Typical millet proteincontains high quantity of essential amino acids especially the sulphur containing amino acids (methionine andcysteine). Processing millet by milling removes the bran and germ layers that are rich in fibre andphytochemicals, causing significant loss. The millets are source of antioxidants, such as phenolic acids andglycated flavonoids. Millet foods are characterized to be potential prebiotic and can enhance the viability orfunctionality of probiotics with significant health benefits. The nutritional significance of millets demands foran examination of the nutritional characteristics and functional properties of different millet cultivars as well asdeveloping value added products from millets.

Zinc in plants - an overview.

Abstract: Owing to continuous development of knowledge at a biophysics, biochemistry, molecular biology and geneticslevels, essential progresses to understand the mechanisms underlying the threshold of Zn toxicity has beenachieved. Following this background, Zn uptake and translocation and its functions in plants are described,being its toxic effect on growth, photosynthetic activity and oxidative stress discussed. The extent of plantinjury by elevated Zn concentrations is also assessed, considering its specific and strong dependence on theenvironmental conditions and availability of other heavy metals.

Plant physiological responses to UV-B radiation -

Abstract: During the last few decades, there has been considerable concern over the depletion of stratospheric ozone as a result of anthropogenic pollutants. This has resulted in a concomitant increase in solar ultraviolet-B radiation (280–320 nm). High levels of UV-B radiation are responsible for multiple biologically harmful effects in both plants and animals. Many different plant responses to supplemental UV-B radiation have been observed, mostly injurious but sometimes beneficial. UV-B can influence plant processes either through direct damage or via various regulatory effects. In plants, direct effects include DNA damage, membrane changes and protein denaturation, which often cause heritable mutations affecting various physiological processes, including the photosynthetic apparatus. These could adversely affect plant growth, development and morphology, especially the productivity of sensitive crop species. This paper reviews the current knowledge about the plant physiological responses to UV-B stress. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.9755/ejfa.v24i6.14669

Application of plastics and paper as food packaging materials – an overview

Abstract: The role of plastics and paper as food packaging materials is reviewed with a brief outlook on the historical background of food packages in general. The inherent properties of these food packages that should be considered by food processors are also discussed. The current efforts in meeting the needs of consumers in ensuring food’s quality with prolonged shelf life during storage and distribution were highlighted. This review article also reflects on the emerging trends in technology that address innovations on Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), Active packaging(AP) , Intelligent packaging (IP) and the use of anti-microbial agents to extend the shelf life of foods under storage and distribution conditions.The future of these packaging materials in the food industries and their impacts on the environment and the society at large will continue to receive attention” .