In the field of food traceability analysis, stable isotope ratio analysis is a relatively new
technology. The measurement and calibration of isotope data depends on stable isotope …

Guizhou green tea is a provincial-scale protected geographical indication (PGI) product with
high value and good reputation. However, induced by economic benefit, deliberate origin …

This study reports method for rapid and nondestructive identification of single-grain rice
produced in neighboring areas. Four types of representative rice from different areas were …

Rationale The awareness of customers of the origin of foods has become an important
issue. The growing demand for foods that are healthy, safe and of high quality has increased …

Abstract BACKGROUND Walnuts (Juglans regia L.) are considered of high value for human
nutrition and are cultivated worldwide. With globalization, however, the demand for regional …

Indication of rice geographical origin is important in preventing food fraud issues and meets
the consumers' expectation for acquiring high quality food. This study examined the …

Japanese apricot liqueur manufacturers are required to control the quality and authenticity of
their liqueur products. Citric acid made from corn is the main acidulant used in commercial …

The δD and δ18O of sake without ethanol extraction as well as the δ13C of ethanol were
determined in order to detect rice-derived brewer's alcohol. Brewing tests demonstrated that …

Sea level rise (SLR) is a primary factor responsible for inundation of low-lying coastal
regions across the world, which in turn governs the agricultural productivity. In this study, rice …

We evaluated the effects of processing (ie, polishing, washing, boiling, and rice cake
preparation) on the stable carbon (δ13C), nitrogen (δ15N), and oxygen (δ18O) isotopic …