Abstract: The invention provides an ensiling agent which contains, based on the total quantity of active ingredients, a mixture of from 50 to 90% by weight of salts of formic acid and from 10 to 50% by weight of hexamethylene tetramine or other compounds which slowly and continuously release formaldehyde during the fermentation of fodder plants.The invention further provides a process for the fermentation of fodder plants in which from 0.1 to 0.5% by weight of an ensiling agent based on the weight of green fodder, is added to the material which is to be ensiled, the proportion of hexamethylene tetramine or other compounds which slowly and continuously release formaldehyde during fermentation, not exceeding 0.1% by weight, based on the weight of green fodder.Such ensiling agents are useful for fermenting fodder plants, in particular these which are difficult to convert into silage.

Abstract: A buffered aqueous solution of a small amount of bacterial inhibitor, such as methyl parabenzoic acid or a mixture of sorbic acid and sodium propionate extends the storage life under refrigeration of such products as shelled, hard-cooked eggs, cooked peeled shrimp, cooked and uncooked scallops, and cooked mushrooms.

Abstract: Method of candying fruit, in which after cooking, the fruit are immersed into a first candying syrup and remain therein until the decrease in syrup concentration has stopped. The rate of variation in syrup concentration is determined in time unit and then the syrup concentration is increased to the completion of the candying at the same rate in time unit.

Abstract: This invention relates to inhibitors for glycosidehydrolases derived from bacteria of the order Actinomycetales, means for their production comprising cultivation of a microorganism of the order Actinomycetales in appropriate nutrient solutions under conditions most favorable to growth and production of the enzyme inhibitor and recovering, as a new product, glycoside-hydrolase enzyme inhibitors, from the culture as well as the use of said enzyme inhibitors in pharmaceutically acceptable therapeutic compositions in the treatment of conditions indicating obesity, diabetes, pre-diabetes, gastritis, gastric ulcer, hyperlipidemia (arteriosclerosis) and the like.

Abstract: Alkyl or alkenyl ethers of 1,2-methylene dioxy benzene which are useful in combatting insects by interfering with their hormonal system.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for stabilizing fruit and vegetable products, particularly avocado-pear pulp, by incorporating therewith an effective amount of a cucubitaceous stabilizing agent, such as 1-25% by weight of cucurbita moscata, prior subjecting the mixture so obtained to a preservation procedure, for example by converting an homogeneous paste prepared by mixing said cucurbita moscata with said avocado-pear pulp to a powder.

Abstract: Fruit is prepared for refrigerated storage by cutting the fruit into convenient pieces, and then subjecting the fruit to soaking under vacuum in a solution containing sodium bisulfite or sodium sulfite and citric acid in definite ranges. These ranges are preferably inversely related in a substantially straight-line relationship, so that the high end of one range is used in conjunction with the low end of the other. The fruit pieces are also preferably immersed in a preliminary holding solution containing sodium bisulfite or sodium sulfite and table salt prior to the soaking. Fruit prepared in this way can be held indefinitely under ordinary refrigeration without freezing. The process is particularly suitable for apples.

Abstract: Method for preventing moulding or other microbial surface deterioration of foods and feeds due to micro-organisms by using a preservative substance, either a chemically defined food additive or a vegetable extract having microbicidal or microbe-inhibiting effect. The preservative is applied in the form of an aerosol in which a substantial part of the particles or droplets in the aerosol have a diameter less than 5 microns, preferably within the limits 0.2-2 microns. The aim of the present invention is to reduce the economic losses and health risks caused by mould formation and other microbial surface growth on food materials and articles and feeds.

Abstract: A method is provided for reducing mold spoilage of partially baked pizza crusts intended to be stored in unsealed packages at normal room or ambient temperatures. This method comprises properly reducing the moisture content and water activity of the crusts, cooling the crusts to below ambient temperatures, treating the surface of the crusts with ethyl alcohol, and packaging the crusts before significant amounts of alcohol can vaporize. The shelf life of partially baked pizza crusts so treated and stored in unsealed plastic packages at room temperatures can be extended to at least about 20 weeks or more as compared to about one week without such treatment.

Abstract: An animal or poultry feed additive which is effective for inhibiting or preventing microbial activity, fungi and mold growth in feeds to which it is added provided by dispersing methylrosaniline chloride on an acid-treated mineral carrier.

Abstract: An animal or poultry feed additive which is effective for inhibiting or preventing microbial activity, fungi and mold growth in feeds to which it is added provided by dispersing methylrosaniline chloride on an acid-treated mineral carrier.

Abstract: When ensiling fodder, such as grass, clover, lucerne, it has been found useful to add hexamethylenetetramine and a nitrite to the fodder.

Abstract: A solidified product from sorghum syrup is prepared by a process in which a high protein, high water soluble soy protein is incorporated with a sorghum syrup to form a slurry prior to dehydration and enhances the crispness and rapidity of crystalline formation when the slurry is subsequently dehydrated as a thin film on a heated surface.

Abstract: This invention relates to inhibitors for glycoside-hydrolases derived from bacteria of the order Actinomycetales, means for their production comprising cultivation of a microorganism of the order Actinomycetales in appropriate nutrient solutions under conditions most favorable to growth and production of the enzyme inhibitor and recovering, as a new product, glycoside-hydrolase enzyme inhibitors, from the culture as well as the use of said enzyme inhibitors in pharmaceutically acceptable therapeutic compositions in the treatment of conditions indicating obesity, diabetes, pre-diabetes, gastritis, gastric ulcer, hyperlipidemia (arteriosclerosis) and the like.

Abstract: Dried fruits, especially raisins, are treated with an edible water soluble humectant by a variety of methods to establish a humectant level absorbed by the fruit at a value in excess of about 4%, thereby to increase the potential of the fruit to retain, under prolonged storage conditions, sufficient softness to remain tender and flavorful for human consumption. The fruit may be given a preliminary treatment to precondition the surface thereof for humectant penetration and/or to raise the internal moisture content. The fruit is then exposed to a humectant, preferably glycerol, or a solution of glycerol and sorbitol and/or other humectants, until significant levels, at least about 4% by weight, of the humectant are absorbed. The fruit is then washed, if necessary, and dried to a moisture content of about 12 to 20%.

Abstract: Post harvest treatment of bananas with gibberellins A.sub.4 /A.sub.7 optionally mixed with a fungicide, in amounts sufficient to delay ripening.

Abstract: A chunk style peanut butter containing from about 15 to 25%, by weight, granulated roast peanuts exhibiting good spreadability, resistance to oil separation and desired flavor characteristics.

Abstract: New stabilizers for carotene, which retard its oxidation and protect it against destruction, and which are 3,5-di-carbonyl derivatives of 2,6-dimethyl-1,4-dihydropyridine, conforming to the general formula ##SPC1##Where R is a lower alkyl, such as methyl, or an alkoxy, such as an ethoxy group.The introducing of said stabilizers into fodder products for animals such as, for instance, into grass four, makes it possible to preserve valuable nutritive properties of such products during a long period of time, of at least 6 months.

Abstract: The freshness of fruits, vegetables and cereals can be retained by storing or transporting these foods in the presence of a minor amount of calcium peroxide.

Abstract: Alpha-amylase inhibitor is prepared from whole wheat or other wheat material by blending the starting material with aqueous alkali, separating the juice therefrom, coagulating and separating a protein concentrate from the juice, and then applying acetone to the residual juice to precipitate the alpha-amylase inhibitor.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##EQU1## WHEREIN X is oxygen or sulfur,a is an integer from 2 to 6,b is an integer from 3 to 40, andR is ##SPC1##WhereinR.sub.1 is an alkyl group of 1 to 8 carbon atoms,R.sub.2 is hydrogen or an alkyl group of 1 to 8 carbon atoms, andX is an integer from 0 to 6Are useful as antioxidants for organic materials normally subject to oxidative deterioration, such as polyacetals, polypropylene, and nylon, in amounts of from about 0.005 to about 5% by weight of the composition.

Abstract: A method for preventing or inhibiting scald on apples which method comprises applying to said apples an effective amount of a composition comprising as active ingredient a compound selected from the group consisting of the compounds of the formula (I), ##SPC1##wherein R is methyl or ethyl, and salts thereof; and an inert carrier material therefore.

Abstract: An in-store fixture for the displaying of bananas or the like in an atmosphere of controlled temperature and humidity has a plurality of support members that accommodate a number of banana hands in a substantially vertically oriented display. The support members are arranged to accommodate the banana hands in a substantially spaced, noncontacting relationship relative to one another such that a zone or curtain of circulating, temperature and humidity controlled air essentially surrounds each respective banana hand. Individual banana hands are held by respective hook elements depending from their associated support members to permit removal of any selected one banana hand without the need for handling adjacent hands, thereby significantly reducing wastage caused by excessive handling of the product and undesirable contact of the same with one another.