Nanotechnology will be vital in reducing waste and improving the agricultural supply chain. Americans throw away nearly 40% of their food — equivalent to about 119 billion pounds annually.

Active & Smart Nano-Packaging Incorporating nanomaterials like silver nanoparticles, nano-clays, or chitosan nanoparticles into food packaging can transform passive wrappings into “smart” barriers ...

Various types of nanomaterials, due to their differing construction material, shape, size, and integration, have been exploited for a wide variety of applications within the food industry.

Despite several advantages in ensuring food safety, nanocoatings’ adoption in the industry is limited. This is mainly due to the nanoparticles’ small size and high surface reactivity. They can enter ...