Dossier
Shelf Life
Coverage of Shelf Life in the Nexus archive.
- Dry spell dims export-grade vegetables in Chittoor, growers forced to sell at home
A prolonged dry spell since March has reduced crop quality and shelf life in Chittoor, leading to export buyers avoiding the region and local growers selling vegetables like brinjal at retail prices as high as ₹80 per kg.
- The Science Behind Honey's Eternal Shelf Life (2013)
Honey's eternal shelf life is attributed to its low water content, high acidity, and natural hydrogen peroxide, which inhibit bacterial growth. These properties prevent spoilage, making honey one of the few foods that does not decay over time.