Seafood Authenticity and Traceability
A DNA-based Pespective

This concise reference guide provides a thorough examination of the latest molecular tools, methods, and technology used to improve seafood safety and quality, covering accurate species identification, supply chain traceability, industrial food safety, seafood safety and quality, aquaculture, and molecular ecology

Amanda Naaum (Edited by), Robert Hanner (Edited by)

9780128015926

Paperback / softback, published 31 August 2016

198 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 1.4 cm, 0.34 kg

Seafood Authenticity and Traceability: a DNA-based Pespective is a concise reference showcasing the latest developments in the field. Written for those in food authenticity who may not have a technical molecular biology background, the book covers methods used for DNA analysis and an overview of their applications in fish and seafood, also providing reviews of the technology and processes for each method. It offers a practical and succinct overview of the relationship between accurate identification, traceability, sustainability, and safety of seafood, including an overview of the supply chain and the industry's need for improved traceability.

Chapter 1: Seafood Mislabeling Incidence and Impact Chapter 2: Seafood Traceability and Consumer Choice Chapter 3: Legal Framework for Seafood Authenticity and Traceability Chapter 4: IUU Fishing and Impact on the Seafood Industry Chapter 5: Tools for Seafood Identification Chapter 6: Choosing the Most Appropriate Tool for Your Application Chapter 7: Standardization of DNA-based Analysis Chapter 8: Species Identification Using DNA Sequencing Chapter 9: Species Identification Using Other Tools Chapter 10: Population or Point of Origin Identification

Subject Areas: Food & beverage technology [TDCT]