Regina Ofori Asante
Department of Food and Postharvest Technology, Koforidua, University, Ghana
Publications
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Research Article
Assessment of Microbial Load on Fresh-Cut Pineapple in Koforidua (Ghana) Market
Author(s): Regina Ofori Asante*, William Odoom, Charles Adomako and Vida Opoku Edusei
Fresh-cut fruits are fruits that have been peeled, trimmed, chopped and packaged for consumers while still maintaining its freshness. Fresh-cut fruits are increasingly becoming popular with consumers because of its convenience. A major challenge faced in Ghana is the inappropriate method of processing to maintain the quality of the fresh-cut fruits. This may increase the incidence of microbial contamination which will then reduce the shelf-life of fresh-cut fruits as well as causing foodborne illness to consumers. This study was therefore conducted to assess the microbial loads on fresh-cut pineapple sold in Koforidua market in Ghana. Fresh-cut pineapples were obtained from three different vendors in Koforidua central market in Ghana. Pour plate method was used to analyze five microorganisms which include Total coliform bacterial, Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Yeast and moulds on the .. Read More»