Download or read book Principles and Applications of Modified Atmosphere Packaging of Foods written by B. A. Blakistone and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1999-04-30 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modified atmospheres are used to preserve foods without the need for unwanted preservatives. This book covers the subject from an industrial perspective and explains both how the technology works, and how it can be used. The editor and authors all have extensive practical knowledge of the subject and are world recognized authorities in the field. The new edition contains four new chapters and around 50% new material overall.