Extension of sugar harvests aggravates the difficulties associated with processing of degraded beets. Degradation of beets is mainly caused by their storage in a defrosted condition. Defrosted beets are highly susceptible to microbiological infections and the development of microorganisms leads to a number of changes in the chemical composition of beets, thus reducing the technological value of this raw material. Degradation evaluation of beets in storage is of key importance for selection of appropriate protection of beets during their storage period. The evaluation apparatus offered is beneficial both for beet growers and for sugar manufacturers.
The service is dedicated to enterprises in the sugar production branch.
ADVANTAGES AND BENEFITS FOR GROWERS / INCREASE IN THE EFFECTIVE USE OF RAW MATERIAL / INCREASE OF PRODUCT COMPETITIVENESS
Institute of Food Technology and Analysis, Laboratory of Sugar Analysis