Food and Agriculture Archives

Microfluidics-based preparation of cross-linked enzyme aggregates

This invention presents a microfluidics-based method for generating stable and uniform cross-linked enzyme aggregates without particle carriers, enabling highly efficient enzyme immobilization. The method reduces...

Invasive knotweeds: from biogenic waste to nutrient-rich organic fertiliser

We present an innovative product that partially replaces animal manure or commercial organic fertilisers, which are mainly used by gardeners, organic farmers, fruit growers, winegrowers,...

Method and System for Selective Spraying of Fruit Trees Adapted to Their Fruiting Condition

Selective spraying transforming the way how fruit growers protect their crops.This innovative system allows precise application of treatments according to individual tree needs. Unlike traditional...

KIS Krka – Slovenian Potato Variety

KIS Krka is a potato variety developed as part of the long-standing potato breeding program at the Agricultural Institute of Slovenia. The program focuses on...

KIS Mangart – Slovenian Potato Variety

The Agricultural Institute of Slovenia has over 30 years of tradition in developing its own potato varieties. Since the launch of the breeding programme in...

KIS Pavlin – Slovenian Common Bean Variety

Background Beans and other legumes play a crucial role both in human nutrition and sustainable agriculture. They are a natural source of protein, dietary fiber,...

KIS Nazarij – A New Slovenian Common Bean Variety

Background The KIS Nazarij common bean is a high-quality Slovenian variety bred by the Agricultural Institute of Slovenia. Developed through targeted crossing and a 9-year...

AERODROPS – Selective detection of individual airborne droplets

The spread of airborne diseases transmitted via respiratory droplets, such as COVID-19, poses a significant public health risk, especially in schools, kindergartens, elderly care homes, and hospitals....

Innovative antimicrobial and antioxidant food packaging films and foils

Researchers from the Jožef Stefan Institute and University of Maribor have developed innovative method and initial design of apparatus for synthesis of antimicrobial and antioxidant...

Working Principle and Design of the Weed Removal Tool

The technical problem solved by the invention is the mechanical hoeing of weeds without the use of pesticides, which enables sustainable crop production....