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E-commerce is where consumers place an online order for goods or services. In most cases, the transaction also takes place online. Internet usage is heavily driven by online purchasing, and an increasing number of people are becoming more comfortable making purchases online. Venture capital funds are investing hundreds of millions of dollars in this industry, and Indian consumers are increasingly demonstrating trust in online shopping. Books, electronic devices, train and airline tickets, clothing, gifts, cell phones, computer accessories, CDs, and audio cassettes are among the items that many Indians buy. As a result of growing investment and the rising trend among college students toward online shopping, this study was conducted. The main aim of this study is to examine customer attitudes toward Amazon online shopping and the difficulties customers face while using Amazon. For data analysis, percentage analysis and t-tests were used to interpret the findings. This study investigates the actual situations of 120 respondents based on questionnaire surveys and case analyses. This study recommends that digital marketers focus more on email marketing. It reports that while a larger segment of respondents is influenced by social media, only a smaller portion is attracted by email marketing. The challenges faced by college students in Amazon online shopping were analyzed using a t-test. The analysis revealed that "lack of awareness," "high prices," "high delivery charges," "issues related to product quality," and "poor product descriptions" were significant, as the respective t-tests were significant at the five percent level. Therefore, these variables significantly impact the challenges faced in Amazon online shopping. Amazon can improve customer satisfaction by offering better-quality products at reasonable prices with minimal delivery charges. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The safe disposal of large irradiated cation exchange resin waste in nuclear power plant has drawn worldwide attention. The kinetic characteristics and product characteristics of the simulated spent cation exchange resin in the pyrolysis and gasification were evaluated based on thermogravimetric analysis as well as TG-FTIR and TG-GC/MS. The temperature ranges at different decomposition stages of the resins were determined. In nitrogen atmosphere, the metal nuclides would hinder the reaction of waste resin in the first stage and promote the reaction in the second stage. The second-order reaction model was the best one to describe the kinetic mechanism in the first and second stages of the spent resins in different atmospheres, while Mample Power model (n = 1) and two-dimensional shrinking cylinder model were for the third gasification stage of the waste resins in 10 % oxygen atmosphere and 10 % steam atmosphere, respectively. The average mass loss ratio of the waste resin in 10 % oxygen atmosphere almost reached to 90 % that was higher than in 10 % steam atmosphere (80 %) and much higher than in nitrogen atmosphere (55 %). The initial reaction temperature in the third stage in 10 % oxygen was about 100 °C earlier than that in 10 % steam atmosphere, indicating that the sulfur bond would easily break due to the strong oxidization action of the oxygen. In the nitrogen atmosphere, the sulfur bond broke at 700 °C, which would lead to low mass loss ratio of the waste resin since the copolymer matrix is difficult to decompose. This work could supply basic data for the pyrolysis and gasification treatment of irradiated spent cation exchange resin in nuclear power plant. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Several types of fruit that support ecotourism in the application of food waste include banana peels, apple peels, dragon fruit peels, and manga peels, which will be made into chips and tea products using good hygiene and quality standards. Innovative problem-solving and technology have emerged as promising approaches. The target partners are housewives who are members of the PKK in Batuan Village, Sukawati, from underdeveloped neighborhoods with a great desire to start their own businesses but who are not yet economically productivefrom underdeveloped neighborhoods with a great desire to start their own businesses but who are not yet economically productive. The methods that will be used are interviews, face-to-face, counseling, and direct practice. The output target to be achieved is that the training participants are independently able to make fruit skin chips and tea products from fruit skins so that they can become economically independent [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), a significant technological tool to reduce carbon emissions from buildings, have attracted extensive research attention worldwide as the call for “carbon neutrality” in the building sector continues to rise. Existing studies lack a comprehensive compendium of global BIPV-related research, and articles on the latest advances in the last five years are particularly scarce. Consequently, this study conducted a scientometric review of BIPV research to systematically and visually analyse the cutting-edge BIPV literature. Through multiple rounds of searching and screening, this study collected 467 BIPV-related studies between 2019 and 2023. It utilised CiteSpace to analyse the development of BIPV literature, summarise the themes, and predict the trends. The review reveals that the cross-disciplinary nature of the discipline dynamically shapes the focus of BIPV research. Based on the findings of scientometrics, three major themes are outlined and critically analysed: science and technology, market products, and implementation impediments. By comprehensively summarising and analysing the most recent BIPV literature, this study proposes a series of research trends in the field. This study provides policymakers, architects, and researchers in the field of low-carbon buildings with a detailed compendium of the current status and trends of BIPV. It offers specific insights and sources of reference for in-depth research and the promotion of the application of BIPV technology in the building industry.

Human resource management, in the integrated systemic approach of the modern organization, is one of the most important aspects of organizational management since human resources are a vital source of energy for the institution, arguably its most important resource. Effective human resource management can directly lead to increased job satisfaction, positive motivation, loyalty to the institution, significant adherence to the institution's vision and mission, and the establishment of a conducive working climate. All these factors contribute, provided other conditions are met, to the efficiency of the organization in achieving its objectives.

Introduction: Cytochrome P450 enzymes (P450s) are recognized as the most versatile catalysts worldwide, playing vital roles in numerous biological metabolism and biosynthesis processes across all kingdoms of life. Despite the vast number of P450 genes available in databases (over 300,000), only a small fraction of them (less than 0.2 %) have undergone functional characterization. Objectives: To provide a convenient platform with abundant information on P450s and their corresponding reactions, we introduce the P450Rdb database, a manually curated resource compiles literature-supported reactions catalyzed by P450s. Methods: All the P450s and Reactions were manually curated from the literature and known databases. Subsequently, the P450 reactions organized and categorized according to their chemical reaction type and site. The website was developed using HTML and PHP languages, with the MySQL server utilized for data storage. Results: The current version of P450Rdb catalogs over 1,600 reactions, involving more than 590 P450s across a diverse range of over 200 species. Additionally, it offers a user-friendly interface with comprehensive information, enabling easy querying, browsing, and analysis of P450s and their corresponding reactions. P450Rdb is free available at http://www.cellknowledge.com.cn/p450rdb/. Conclusions: We believe that this database will significantly promote structural and functional research on P450s, thereby fostering advancements in the fields of natural product synthesis, pharmaceutical engineering, biotechnological applications, agricultural and crop improvement, and the chemical industry.

Making molds in the injection molding manufacturing process is one of the basic steps that functions to prevent product defects during the production process. The product defects that most often occur in this manufacturing process include shrinkage and warpage defects. This research will discuss the mold design for the APC SF 11x4.7 propeller product with a twist variation of 45o and minimum shrinkage and warpage values. Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene (GFRPP) will be used as the propeller product material. The entire design process to testing will be carried out using software assistance. The Taguchi method with an L9 orthogonal array matrix (34) was used in this research. where L9 explains that the experiment will be carried out nine times, and 34 means there are three levels and four main factors. The four main factors consist of packing pressure, packing time, melting temperature and injection pressure. The Taguchi method is used with the aim of making it easier to find the variation value that produces the lowest shrinkage and warping defects in the product. The simulation results show that the variation with the smallest shrinkage value produces a value of 7.9% and the variation with the smallest warpage value produces a value of 1.051 mm

Abstract Muslim modest fashion is experiencing unprecedented growth in the fashion industry, driven by young Muslim women consumers worldwide expressing interest in this market segment. Yet, few scholars have examined women entrepreneurs who created modest Islamic fashion brands and their experiences launching and sustaining their businesses, particularly how their intersectional identities inform their business practices and outcomes. Therefore, we asked, (1) Why and how did Muslim women entrepreneurs start their modest fashion brands? (2) What are their experiences starting and sustaining their modest fashion brands; and (3) How do agency, intersectionality, and oppression intersect with these women’s experiences? To understand the lived experiences of these entrepreneurs, we conducted oral histories with three Muslim women entrepreneurs. Following thematic analysis using open, axial, and selective coding, we identified numerous themes that help explain their entrepreneurial experiences. Overall, the women started their businesses to create the much-needed space for Muslim women in the fashion system as modest fashion was largely non-existent. The women started with a few products and largely one target market in mind, yet expanded to other religions that embody modesty values. In sustaining their businesses, the owners were highly controlling and involved in every aspect of their business. They expressed starting and sustaining their business was difficult due to their lack of experience, the time intensity of running their business, and difficulty in finding funding. Additionally, they had added layers of White supremacy in these experiences as women of color business owners. Yet, they expressed numerous successful strategies including centering the nuanced Muslim woman identity in product design and marketing. Their consumers expressed much ambivalence in that they loved and criticized the brands for various reasons. The entrepreneurs certainly focused their business on Muslim identities, but also had heightened awareness and attention to environmental justice given the state of the fashion system and its negative contributions to the environment. Overall, through this research, we demonstrate how these entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining their niche businesses amidst the oppressive cultural environment for American Muslim women in a post-9/11 context within a capitalist framework. Individuals looking to develop businesses catering to marginalized communities can utilize our findings to educate themselves on oppressive environments they may encounter in the future and navigate the tightrope of criticism and love from marginalized consumers looking to buy their products.

There's growing proof of the impact of sun rays, in their various wave lengths and strengths, on the human skin. That yields more knowledge and recommendations on the means to protect and preserve that vital organ. Nowadays, such information is available thanks to the various formulae and filters of sunscreen products. Protection from UV rays is particularly important due to the high risk of sunburn, DNA mutation and changes, and skin cancer. This report will explore practical recommendations regarding the use of sunscreen, as well as advice on how we can protect ourselves from the impact of sun rays. The general methods for safeguarding from the sun include finding a shade, when you are outside, applying products to keep safe from the sun, wearing protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses. Sunscreen is just one of many measures that are used to protect the skin from the sun rays. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

[Display omitted] • P450Rdb compiles a comprehensive catalog of over 1,600 reactions catalyzed by P450s. • P450Rdb has collected a diverse collection of more than 590 P450s from over 200 species. • P450Rdb systematically organizes all reactions based on their chemical reaction type and site. • P450Rdb provides a user-friendly interface on P450s and their associated reactions. • P450Rdb is beneficial for research in synthetic biology, pharmacology, and the chemical industry. Cytochrome P450 enzymes (P450s) are recognized as the most versatile catalysts worldwide, playing vital roles in numerous biological metabolism and biosynthesis processes across all kingdoms of life. Despite the vast number of P450 genes available in databases (over 300,000), only a small fraction of them (less than 0.2 %) have undergone functional characterization. To provide a convenient platform with abundant information on P450s and their corresponding reactions, we introduce the P450Rdb database, a manually curated resource compiles literature-supported reactions catalyzed by P450s. All the P450s and Reactions were manually curated from the literature and known databases. Subsequently, the P450 reactions organized and categorized according to their chemical reaction type and site. The website was developed using HTML and PHP languages, with the MySQL server utilized for data storage. The current version of P450Rdb catalogs over 1,600 reactions, involving more than 590 P450s across a diverse range of over 200 species. Additionally, it offers a user-friendly interface with comprehensive information, enabling easy querying, browsing, and analysis of P450s and their corresponding reactions. P450Rdb is free available at http://www.cellknowledge.com.cn/p450rdb/. We believe that this database will significantly promote structural and functional research on P450s, thereby fostering advancements in the fields of natural product synthesis, pharmaceutical engineering, biotechnological applications, agricultural and crop improvement, and the chemical industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Electrochemical machining (ECM) offers a superior technology for manufacturing hard-cutting metals such as modified Inconel 718 (IN718). However, in many cases, poor surface quality arises because of the specific dissolution characteristics of the material, hindering further application of the process. Vibration-assisted ECM (VA-ECM) has been proposed in the hope of solving the problem by oscillating the cathode. A multiphysics model was developed for pulsed ECM (PECM) and VA-ECM. Systematic experiments were performed to clarify the mechanism of cathode oscillation on surface quality and verify the computational results. With 20 Hz vibration frequency and 25% duty cycle, the surface roughness reaches 0.39 µm, show that higher oscillation frequency and lower duty cycle are effective in improving surface quality. Finally, dissolution models of modified IN718 under PECM and VA-ECM are proposed. By oscillating the cathode, electrolyte fluctuation is enhanced, electrolytic products are removed effectively, the surface quality is improved significantly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to describe socio-economic aspects, farming practices and production limitations of goats by surveying 53 farms holding 5507 head in the regions of Tataouine-Tunisia. It was revealed that goats represented a major source of income for most of the producers (66.1%). Approximately 35.8% of the farmers had not received formal education, with the majority (56.6%) having been engaged in goat breeding for over 10 years. Additionally, 50.9% of stockholders relied on technical knowledge for animal breeding. The investigated herds were mostly (97.4%) comprised of local goat breeds. The most common management system was semi-intensive (49.1%) based on grazing in communal rangelands and supplementation with agricultural by-products and concentrates. The fertility, fecundity and prolificacy rates were 91.3 ± 8.3, 109.8 ± 19.5 and 127.0 ± 15.4%, respectively. The main reasons for keeping goats were their major contribution to the income by the sale of male kids and the provision of milk for home consumption. Sale of male kids at an age of 7.7 months was practiced mostly via intermediaries (94.3%) and rarely directly to butchers and markets (5.7%). The total amount of milk produced on each farm was on average 15.1 l/day, and more than half of farmers (54.7%) consumed goat milk as part of their daily diet. The majority (71.7%) of respondents locally processed milk into Leben, Rayeb and cheese because the goat milk market faced constraints in the Tataouine regions, mainly in terms insufficient milk production and low consumer acceptability. Goats contribute to the income source in rural zones of southern Tunisia, where their breeding is mainly for the purpose of meat sale and the provision of milk for home consumption. The development of goat milk market can represent an added value to this sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Muslim modest fashion is experiencing unprecedented growth in the fashion industry, driven by young Muslim women consumers worldwide expressing interest in this market segment. Yet, few scholars have examined women entrepreneurs who created modest Islamic fashion brands and their experiences launching and sustaining their businesses, particularly how their intersectional identities inform their business practices and outcomes. Therefore, we asked, (1) Why and how did Muslim women entrepreneurs start their modest fashion brands? (2) What are their experiences starting and sustaining their modest fashion brands; and (3) How do agency, intersectionality, and oppression intersect with these women's experiences? To understand the lived experiences of these entrepreneurs, we conducted oral histories with three Muslim women entrepreneurs. Following thematic analysis using open, axial, and selective coding, we identified numerous themes that help explain their entrepreneurial experiences. Overall, the women started their businesses to create the much-needed space for Muslim women in the fashion system as modest fashion was largely non-existent. The women started with a few products and largely one target market in mind, yet expanded to other religions that embody modesty values. In sustaining their businesses, the owners were highly controlling and involved in every aspect of their business. They expressed starting and sustaining their business was difficult due to their lack of experience, the time intensity of running their business, and difficulty in finding funding. Additionally, they had added layers of White supremacy in these experiences as women of color business owners. Yet, they expressed numerous successful strategies including centering the nuanced Muslim woman identity in product design and marketing. Their consumers expressed much ambivalence in that they loved and criticized the brands for various reasons. The entrepreneurs certainly focused their business on Muslim identities, but also had heightened awareness and attention to environmental justice given the state of the fashion system and its negative contributions to the environment. Overall, through this research, we demonstrate how these entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of starting and sustaining their niche businesses amidst the oppressive cultural environment for American Muslim women in a post-9/11 context within a capitalist framework. Individuals looking to develop businesses catering to marginalized communities can utilize our findings to educate themselves on oppressive environments they may encounter in the future and navigate the tightrope of criticism and love from marginalized consumers looking to buy their products. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research aims to provide solutions to the problems faced by (1) the Guna Sari Ornamental Plant farmer group, Mitra; (2) KWT Mekar Sari, Mitra; (3) the Simatri Sekar Pasti Wangi Group, and Partners; and (4) the Guna Sari Cooperative. The problems are production, arrangement of nursery stock and planting media, and marketing. The implementation methods used include: PALS (participatory action learning system), Entrepreneurship Capacity Building (ECB), Technology Transfer (TT), as well as persuasive and educational Appropriate Technology (TTG). We recommend implementing the program with the target of increasing the level of partner empowerment, increasing ornamental plant business productivity, and increasing farmer income through sales of ornamental plants, compost, vegetables, and bio urine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

When products were marketed as "Canadian" in the early American press, it meant more than simply "Made in Canada." The author argues that "Canadian" served as a brand in early American advertising to denote the robust and hardy qualities of the product. Like Canada and its inhabitants, both of which were portrayed as rugged and raw, products labelled "Canadian" were marketed as similarly sturdy and tough, even if those products had not actually originated in Canada. As far as early American advertisers were concerned, "Canadian" products were unique, and it was beneficial to advertise that fact. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of the paper was to evaluate the behavior of farmers in the utilization of financial services and products through the application of Latent Class Analysis (LCA). The study was conducted on a group of farmers in Central Pomerania, Poland. The data set comprised 150 farms, obtained from the pilot study conducted in 2023 using the CATI (Computer-Assisted Telephone Interview) survey technique based on an interview questionnaire. The research findings demonstrated the applicability of Latent Class Analysis in the assessment of farmers' behavior in the market of financial services and products. The use of this method for unique survey results is innovative and contributes to the development of research on farmers' financial decisions. The research identified three distinct groups of farmers. Group 1 is comprised of farmers who exhibit a high degree of caution in their utilization of financial services and products. Group 2 comprises farmers who are active in the market of financial services and products. In contrast, Group 3 represents those farmers who, in terms of their behavior on the market of financial services and products, take relatively high risks. The calculations were performed using the R statistical program with the poLCA package. Intelligent information systems are of high importance for the advancement of research in the evaluation of the behavior of farmers in the use of financial services and products, since they allow the identification of cause-and-effect relationships and the evaluation of the impact of individual variables on the phenomenon under study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The use of smokeless tobacco products (STP) as a substitute for tobacco smoking is driving increasing consumption of these products especially in developing countries. The study sought to make comparison of cardiovascular risk profile between chronic STP users and suitably matched tobacco-naïve controls. This is a preliminary report from the cross sectional part of a two-arm prospective study of Smokeless Tobacco Products Composition and Exposure Outcome in Enugu metropolis, Nigeria. Consecutively recruited current Smokeless tobacco users, who had no history of cigarette smoking, aged 18 years and above, residing in selected communities in Enugu metropolis, Nigeria were recruited for the study from October 2022 to July 2023. Age and sex matched non-tobacco users from same localities as the study subjects served as controls. Written informed consent to participate in the study was obtained from all study participants. All participants were screened by the investigators, using the study case report forms, to obtain data on medical history, demographic, clinical, laboratory, and electrocardiographic evaluation. Data from 54 STP-users and 54 non-STP-users (mean age 56.58 ± 8.15 years) were analyzed. Anthropometric parameters were similar in both groups. Smokeless tobacco users had higher erect and supine blood pressure indices as well as greater postural drop in systolic blood pressure. The occurrence of diabetes mellitus (20.37% versus 5.56%) and hypertension (25.93%; 11.11%) was significantly higher in the STP-users than in the non-user population, (p = 0.02192 and 0.04751 respectively). Electrocardiographic evaluation showed significantly increased QTc and dispersions of P-wave, QRS and QT intervals as well as reduced PR interval in STP users. Electrocardiographic abnormalities observed in STP users include left ventricular hypertrophy, left atrial enlargement, ST-segment elevation, short PR interval and long QTc. Use of smokeless tobacco products is associated with increased risk burden of diabetes mellitus and hypertensive heart disease. Electrocardiographic findings linked to STP-use in this study are features consistent with arrhythmia, ventricular repolarization abnormality, myocardial hypertrophy and ischaemia, suggesting that smokeless tobacco products are not safe substitutes for tobacco smoking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Millet, the highly sustainable crop for farming and combating hunger, has recently regained a resurgence in popularity as people seek more sustainable and nutrient-dense alternatives. International organizations and research institutions have advocated for increased millet production and consumption by introducing novel technologies and machinery in response to global food security and climate change challenges. This review aims to identify the impact of modern and conventional processing technologies on the quality of different millets. A comprehensive analysis of research reviews reveals that double-stage and tabletop centrifugal dehullers, infrared roasting, pulsed light, ultrasound, high-pressure processing methods, fortification, and encapsulation are optimal for nutrient retention in various millets. Extrusion technology application in millet processing has created a diverse range of value-added products with extended shelf stability. Emphasis is needed to develop robust promotion and distribution channels and establish an export promotion forum involving all stakeholders to promote and diversify millet-based products and technologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The current study was conducted to determine the occurrence of Listeria species in live chicken and some chicken products (fillets, burger and luncheon). In addition, determine the antibiogram profile of Listeria strains and detection of some virulence genes of Listeria monocytogenes which recovered from the examined samples. The study included 100 samples including cloacal swabs from broiler chicken (n =25) from 5 different broiler chicken farms beside as well as chicken products (25 samples each of chicken fillets, burger and luncheon) that were randomly purchased from supermarkets. Isolation and identification of Listeria was performed according to the standard protocol provided by ISO (2017). It was recorded that the recovery rate of Listeria species from the examined samples was 24, 20, 8 and 16%, in cloacal swabs, chicken fillets, burger and luncheon, respectively with an overall incidence of 17%. In addition, biochemical identification of the recovered Listeria isolates revealed the presence of L. monocytogenes, L. innocua, L. ivanovii, L. seeligeri and L. grayi with various rates where L. monocytogenes scored the highest rate 29.4% (5 isolates). Antimicrobial susceptibility of Listeria strains (n=17) clarified that the highest antibiotic resistance was recorded when using streptomycin (82.4%) followed by Neomycin (76.5%) then Doxycycline and Cefotaxime (52.9%) while the lowest resistance was noticed when using Amikacin (11.8%) then Ciprofloxacin (35.3%). Finally, molecular detection of virulence genes in the identified L. monocytogenesstrains (n= 5) clarified the detection of iap and actA genes in the five isolates while hylA gene was detected in three isolates only. At the end, results obtained by this study emphasize a significant occurrence of resistant Listeria in chicken and chicken products including processed animal-originated foods commonly purchased by the public in including; chicken fillets, burger and luncheon. Seriously, the presence of such resistant bacteria endangers human health by making routine antibiotic courses useless in the treatment of such infections. Finally, data proved that retail foods of animal origin pose a risk to human health so it is advisable to examine chicken and chicken products routinely for presence of antibiotic resistant bacteria as well as antibiotic residues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the era of globalization, the halal product market has grown to become a significant contributor to the global economy. Pesantren is the ideal place for the implementation of the halal system. This is also supported by the territory of Indonesia, which is a majority Muslim community, so that Halal is not only an important aspect of Islamic teachings but also a necessity. One of the most important halal needs is to pay attention to food and beverages. The halal sector promotes the idea of goodness for consumption as a guarantee of the highest quality of goods and services. The purpose of industrial economics is to explain the ways of development in the economic sector, for the halal industry in Pesantren to have an economic impact on Pesantren and the surrounding community. The research method uses qualitative with a descriptive inductive approach. The study results show that business units in Islamic boarding schools, such as Roya always maintain the quantity and quality of halal both from products, systems, services, and human resources so as to optimize halal value impacting sustainable economy. The sustainable impact can be felt directly by the big family of the Pesantren, and also the Pesantren workers taken from the community around the cottage in order to feel the blessing of halal cycle. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In 2024, the Muslim population in the world in general and in Indonesia in particular is increasing. Of course, this is also followed by market demand for consumption products that are guaranteed to be halal. In the past, halal certification of products was carried out by the Indonesian Ulema Council institution based on applicable laws and regulations. Currently, there are improvements both in terms of regulation and in terms of the authorized institution in issuing halal certification for a consumer product, one of which is the formation of the Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) which is authorized to issue halal certification for consumer products. This research is a normative legal research that uses a legislative approach, and a conceptual approach to answer legal issues and produce a finding regarding the authorized institution in issuing halal certification of applicable consumer products. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The purpose of the article is to disclose the peculiarities of accounting and controlling the formation of the price of wine products in the world market, taking into account their qualification categories. The quality of wine products is ensured by a set of regulatory documents aimed at protecting both vineyards and production technology. The research is based on the compliance of the producing countries with the status of "wines of controlled designations and origins" (wines of CDO). The study of exports and imports of wine on the world market has proven that the dominant role in consumers' choice of wine is played by the quality characteristics defined by the standards. Using the grouping method, a categorical classification of wine in the leading countries was formed: France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Germany. The wine classifications of the producing countries are characterized. The instruments of quality of Ukrainian wine products are allocated. The originality of the study lies in controlling the formation of the price of wine products in the world market, taking into account their categorical classification. The categorical classification of wines will allow consumers to identify the wine's compliance with established standards, geographical origin and other categories and confirm the qualityprice statement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examined the relationship between service quality and patronage of telecommunication products in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Service quality was measured using tangibility, reliability, responsiveness, simplicity, and availability. Primary data were collected via questionnaires from 384 respondents using convenience sampling. Descriptive statistics and regression analyses were used for data analysis. The results showed significant positive relationships between service quality dimensions and patronage: tangibility (r = 0.875), reliability (r = 0.837), responsiveness (r = 0.897), simplicity (r = 0.649), and availability (r = 0.462). The SEM analysis confirmed these findings, revealing that reliability and responsiveness were the strongest predictors of patronage, followed by availability, simplicity, and tangibility. The model fit indices indicated an acceptable fit, validating the hypothesized relationships. Recommendations include enhancing the physical environment and facilities to reflect the organization's values, ensuring promised services are delivered, and promptly addressing customer problems. Telecommunication companies should focus on understanding and meeting customer needs to encourage continued patronage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Aim of the current research is to know degree of commitment of bee keepers with modern methods in storing and marketing bee products in Nineveh governorate / Iraq in general, know the correlation between level of following modern methods in storing and marketing bee products and independent variables of research (academic achievement, years spent in bee breeding, percentage of contribution of bee keeping in annual revenue its owner , environment of bee hive, number of bee hives , status of property of bee hive and purpose of breeding bees), To collect data, researcher adopted a survey of two parts: first number of personal variables of bee keepers. Second a scale to measure degree of commitment of bee keepers with modern methods in storing and marketing bee products with (30) items. Surface validity was verified. Stability reached (0,93). Society of research was all (113) licensed bee breeders come from these regions: (Al-Gweer 24) (Bartillah 18) (Sinjar 30) (Talaafar 19) (Al-Namrood 23). A percentage representing (40%) of society was chosen . Thus sample was (45) researchees. Results showed that level of commitment of bee keepers with modern methods in storing and marketing bee products in general is moderate tends to increase. There was a morally significant relation between level of commitment of bee keepers with modern methods in storing and marketing bee products and the following independent variables (percentage of contribution of bee keeping in annual revenue of its owner, number of bee hives). The first three items were (I always sterilize tools of purifying honey, make sure that jars are tightly closed, keep main dates to harvest honey ) respectively. Researcher recommends adopt technique of extracting bees poison by electric shock outside hive, extract gemogenes from bees, inject bees poison to treat diseases.

This research aims to evaluate the influence of environmental awareness and green marketing on purchasing decisions for Eco-Friendly products through consumers' environmental knowledge about Eco-Friendly packaging. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey research design. The population of this research is consumers who use products with Eco-Friendly packaging in various regions. Samples were taken randomly based on certain inclusion criteria. Data collection techniques were carried out through questionnaires distributed to respondents. This questionnaire includes questions related to environmental awareness, green marketing, environmental knowledge about Eco-Friendly packaging, and purchasing behavior of Eco-Friendly products. The data analysis technique is carried out using SEM-PLS. The results of data analysis show that environmental awareness, green marketing, and environmental knowledge about Eco-Friendly packaging have a significant positive influence on purchasing decisions for Eco-Friendly products. Based on the findings of this research, it is recommended that companies improve their green marketing strategies and strengthen consumers' environmental awareness through the information provided on product packaging. Apart from that, it is also necessary to increase education about Eco-Friendly packaging to increase consumer knowledge and motivate them to choose Eco-Friendly products. Furthermore, further research can be conducted to explore other factors that can influence purchasing decisions for Eco-Friendly products.

The aim of this research is to analyze the marketing strategy for dried seaweed at PT SELT Alga Indonesia. The research location is determined by purposive sampling method with the consideration that this company carries out dried seaweed production activities and has exported its products several times. The data collection technique used are the interview and documentation method. The sampling method used in this research is a non-probability sampling method, while data analysis uses SWOT analysis. The research results show that 1) the S-O strategy that can be carried out is to collaborate with new buyers by continuously maintaining the quality of processed products and developing processed products by increasing the types of products processed, 2) the W-O strategy that can be carried out is buying land to cultivate seaweed and increase the workforce and processed products, 3) the S – T strategy that can be implemented is to buy dry warehouse, raw materials by collaborating with seaweed cultivation farmers and checking the quality of the raw materials better so that the product quality the products produced are better than competitors, and 4) the W – T strategy that can be implemented is to improve the quality of processed products and have permanent cultivation farmer partners.

This paper represents a form for preventive consumer protection, primarily from the aspects of health and safety, especially when it comes to mass industrial production. In practice and in legislation, a distinction is made between visible and invisible defects. Numerous manifestations that are identified as product defects can be classified into three categories, i.e., they are manifested in the form of: (1) structural and manufacturing defects, (2) inadequate instructions for use and inadequate warnings about the properties of the product, and (3) subsequently discovered defects, the harmful effects of which could not be known at the time when they were produced, i.e., placing the product on the market (trade), which acquires the status of goods. Practice has shown that these cases very often involve products from the pharmaceutical industry. For those products, it was subsequently established that they caused some damage to the health of the user, and for which products, according to scientific and putting them on the market, they did not know about their harmful properties. This means that they caused very bad effects on the health of the users. This means that they caused very bad effects on the health of the users. Consumer products that can present not only potential dangers when used, but also lead dangerous situations during use, including health and safety risks (most often cosmetic products, children's toys, health supplements, etc.). In the European Union, therefore, a system of rapid exchange of information on the dangers arising from the use of the mentioned consumer products (RAPEX) was established.

The article presents short characteristic of bone-carving craft of medieval Azak according to materials of archaeological excavations in 2012–2013. It also suggests criteria for identifying bone-carving workshops at archaeological sites and lists some related difficulties. In the article is given the description of used raw materials and listed range of products. It is noted that quantity of manufacturing wastes on the one hand and blanks and products on the other is incommensurable. Some production techniques are reconstructed based on the traces of processing preserved on waste and blanks. For the first time for Azak a workshop where bone coin scales were produced is discovered. The conclusion is made about rather high qualification of local bone-carvers and it is noted that the ratio of bones from different animals among production wastes is proportional to meat consumption wastes.

The food and beverage packaging industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. Particularly the requirement for appropriate packaging materials used for the sale of fermented products is boosted due to the rising acceptance of economical functional foods available to consumers on the shelves of their local supermarkets. The most popular nutraceutical foods with increased sales include natural yogurts, probiotic-rich milk, kefir, and other fermented food and beverage products. These items have mainly been produced from dairy-based or non-dairy raw materials to provide several product options for most consumers, including vegan and lactose-intolerant populations. Therefore, there is a need for an evaluation of the potential developments and prospects that characterize the growth of the food packaging industry in the global market. The article is based on a review of information from published research, encompassing current trends, emerging technologies, challenges, innovations, and sustainability initiatives for food industry packaging.

Dondai Village, Waibu District, has several potential medicinal plants that can improve the community's economy by creating new products. Service activities through the KKN/Village Wira program aim to assist and counsel the community, especially those who want to become entrepreneurs. The implementation methods are tutorials and discussions, socialization, demonstrations or training, mentoring, evaluation, and monitoring. The results obtained show that there are five products from Dondai, namely betel leaves as aromatherapy candles, putri malu leave as paper soap or betel leaf paper soap, Chinese ketepeng leaves as soap or body wash, lantana leaves as an antiseptic or hand-sanitizer, and miana lotion. As many as 97% of people are interested in making products, and 95% are interested in marketing products. It is hoped that this program can develop creativity, community knowledge, and insight to innovate to improve the standard of living. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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It is widely known that mushrooms present several properties with applications in the medicinal and pharmaceutical sectors, including antimicrobial, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, hypotensive, neuroprotective, and anti-inflammatory activities. This article aims to review examples of the bioactive metabolites responsible for those activities, such as polysaccharides, phenols and polyphenols, terpenes, peptides, alkaloids, and steroids, which are produced by several relevant mushroom species. It also discusses their production through solid-state fermentation and submerged fermentation, as well as the processes of obtention of mushroom bioactive extracts and considerations on their stability aiming industrial applications. In addition, the article examines the patent landscape surrounding mushroom-derived bioactives, shedding light on the intellectual property history and innovations driving this field forward. Examples of recently deposited patents in the field are highlighted, as well as the main depositors. China and the United States are the major depositor countries in this field (52% and 35% of patents, respectively), and the principal compounds on the patents are polysaccharides and alkaloids. The article also provides insights into the current market landscape, showcasing mushroom-derived products in the pharmaceutical field available to consumers. From dietary supplements to skincare formulations, the market offerings reflect the growing interest in harnessing the health benefits of mushroom bioactives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Use of industrial equipment at high performance and productivity parameters leads to ensuring their productivity and the precision generating the quality of the products manufactured. In this sense, an important role at the organizational level is represented by the activity of maintenance, as a support process that ensures the smooth running of the manufacturing process, respectively manufacturing products. The article presents some aspects regarding the structured approach to the maintenance of production equipment with an emphasis on proactive maintenance and its advantages. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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