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Open research questions in Food and Agricultural Sciences

83 gap statements mined from Food and Agricultural Sciences papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 368 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • The study is limited to a literature review and does not involve primary data collection. The study does not provide an exhaustive review of all existing literature on the topic.

    Kajian Literatur Karakteristik Mutu Kopi Arabika Ateng Super dan Pengolahan Pascapanen · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on standardizing the post-harvest processing method for Ateng Super coffee. Future research should investigate the effects of different post-harvest processing methods on the quality of the coffee.

    Kajian Literatur Karakteristik Mutu Kopi Arabika Ateng Super dan Pengolahan Pascapanen · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of understanding of the sensory attributes most preferred by consumers. The need to identify the relationship between sensory attributes and consumer liking.

    Sensory Attribute Profiling and Consumer Preferences of Payus Fish (Elops Hawaiensis) Crackers Produced by Small And Medium Enterprises in Surabaya City · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can be done to optimize the production process of fish noodles. The nutritional content of fish noodles can be analyzed. The market demand for fish noodles can be studied.

    Analisis Kelayakan Usaha Pengolahan Mie Ikan sebagai Bentuk Diversifikasi Produk Perikanan · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of studies on the economic feasibility of processing fish into fish noodles. The current market for fish is mostly in fresh form, which has a relatively low economic value.

    Analisis Kelayakan Usaha Pengolahan Mie Ikan sebagai Bentuk Diversifikasi Produk Perikanan · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on optimizing processing techniques for kepok banana peel to reduce dark coloration and improve visual appeal, as well as investigating shelf life, antioxidant stability, and the use of natural binding agents to further enhance texture and overall product quality.

    The Effect of the Combination of Tempeh Flour and Kepok Banana Peel Flour (Musa paradisiaca Linn.) on the Chemical and Organoleptic Quality of Butter Cookies · 2026 · DOI

  • The study only examines the effect of blanching on dried anchovies and does not consider other factors. The study has a limited sample size and storage period.

    The Effect of The Processing Process (Blanching) On The Microbiological and Organoleptic Quality of Dried ANCHOVIES (Stolephorus sp.) · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can examine the effect of blanching on other types of fish. Future research can investigate the optimal blanching conditions for improving the quality of dried anchovies.

    The Effect of The Processing Process (Blanching) On The Microbiological and Organoleptic Quality of Dried ANCHOVIES (Stolephorus sp.) · 2026 · DOI

  • The research specifically examines the effect of different concentrations of Chlorella flour on the hedonic acceptance of the cookies, whereas previous studies have predominantly emphasized nutritional composition, while evaluation of sensory acceptance at varying Chlorella concentrations in bakery products such as cookies remains underexplored.

    Chlorella sp. Flour Addition on The Most Preference Level of Cookies · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand the dominance of fish species caught using purse seine nets in PPN Sibolga. There is a lack of information on the effectiveness of purse seine nets in catching schooling fish in PPN Sibolga.

    Hasil Tangkapan Ikan Yang Mendominansi Menggunakan Alat Tangkap Pukat Cincin Pelagis Kecil Yang Didarkan di PPN Sibolga · 2026 · DOI

  • The limited utilization of layang fish in functional food products. The lack of innovative efforts in the processing and distribution of fishery products.

    Nutrition Analysis and Consumer Acceptance of Floating Fish Shake Cake (Decapterus Sp.) · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to evaluate the potential of synbiotic supplementation from jackfruit seed waste and Lactobacillus sp. bacteria in feed on the productivity of KUB Chicken. The effect of synbiotic supplementation on the productivity of KUB Chicken is not well understood.

    Potensi Suplementasi Sinbiotik pada Pakan terhadap Produktivitas Ayam Kampung Unggul Balitbangtan (KUB) · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of information on the physicochemical and microbiological quality characteristics of petek fish dried in a modified solar dryer. The optimal drying time for petek fish is not well established.

    Quality Characteristics of Petek Fish (Leiognathus Equulus) Which Were Dried in A Modified Solar Dryer with Different Drying Times · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should consider other types of burgers or dietary preferences. Future research should investigate the effects of different ingredients and processing methods on the physical and sensory properties of plant-based and meat burgers.

    Usporedna analiza fizikalnih i senzorskih svojstava komercijalnih biljnih i mesnih burgera · 2026 · DOI

  • The current EU legislation has limitations, and a harmonized system is needed. There is a lack of consistency in front-of-pack labeling across EU member states.

    Nutritivne oznake na prednjoj strani pakiranja – regulatorni okvir i utjecaj na izbor potrošača · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of studies on the accuracy of nutritional declarations on functional food and dietary supplements in Croatia. The need for monitoring and controlling the accuracy of nutritional declarations on these products.

    Provjera točnosti nutritivnih deklaracija na proizvodima funkcionalne hrane i dodataka prehrani obogaćenih omega-3 masnim kiselinama · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the need for further research into the potential therapeutic uses of the extract.

    Efek Protektif Suplementasi Ekstrak Etanol Daun Seri (Muntingia calabura) Terhadap Perubahan Histologis Pankreas Tikus Yang Diinduksi Diet Tinggi Lemak · 2026 · DOI

  • The limited utilization of kacang kenari due to its high fat content. The lack of information on the nutritional content of Canarium Indicum L. flour.

    Potensi Tepung Kacang Kenari (Canarium Indicum L.) sebagai Bahan Baku Pangan Bergizi: Studi Kandungan Zat Gizi · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of information on the effect of storage temperature and time on cane molasses quality. The optimal storage conditions for cane molasses are not well established.

    Kajian Kehilangan Fermentable Sugar Selama Penyimpanan Tetes · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for effective educational media to support food safety programs. There is a lack of studies on the effectiveness of booklets as an educational medium for food handlers.

    Perbedaan Tingkat Pengetahuan Sikap Dan Praktik Penjamah Makanan Sebelum Dan Sesudah Penyuluhan Dengan Media Booklet Higiene Sanitasi Pangan Di SPPG X · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of data on the safety and efficacy of natural health products. The paper identifies the need for further research on the benefits of natural health products.

    Nutzenbewertung von naturnahen Gesundheitsprodukten aus Verwendersicht · 2026 · DOI

  • The current teaching methods for biotechnology education often focus on conceptual understanding, leaving a gap in practical application. There is a need for innovative teaching methods to improve students' understanding of biotechnology applications. The study addresses this gap by investigating the effectiveness of experimental learning using apple fermentation.

    Pembelajaran Eksperimental Fermentasi Kulit Apel Fuji (Malus domestica) untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Halal Siswa · 2026 · DOI

  • To develop other nutritious snacks that can help prevent anemia among adolescent girls.

    Daya Terima dan Kandungan Gizi Nugget Substitusi Hati Ayam, Mocaf, dan Brokoli untuk Mencegah Anemia · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the differences between plant-based and meat burgers. The study highlights the importance of considering the physical and sensory properties of plant-based and meat burgers.

    Usporedna analiza fizikalnih i senzorskih svojstava komercijalnih biljnih i mesnih burgera · 2026 · DOI

  • Pengembangan strategi pemberian pakan yang efisien dan berkelanjutan menjadi salah satu aspek penting dalam peningkatan produktivitas budidaya lobster air tawar.

    Pengaruh Dosis Probiotik X pada Pakan Tahu Kukus terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Kesintasan Lobster Air Tawar (Cherax quadricarinatus) · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) Future research should focus on standardizing the post-harvest processing method for Ateng Super coffee (“Kajian Literatur Karakteristik Mutu Kopi Arabika Ateng Super dan Pengolahan…”, 2026); (2) The lack of understanding of the sensory attributes most preferred by consumers (“Sensory Attribute Profiling and Consumer Preferences of Payus Fish (Elops…”, 2026); (3) There is a lack of studies on the economic feasibility of processing fish into fish noodles (“Analisis Kelayakan Usaha Pengolahan Mie Ikan sebagai Bentuk Diversifikasi…”, 2026); (4) Future research can examine the effect of blanching on other types of fish (“The Effect of The Processing Process (Blanching) On The Microbiological and…”, 2026); (5) There is a need to understand the dominance of fish species caught using purse seine nets in PPN Sibolga (“Hasil Tangkapan Ikan Yang Mendominansi Menggunakan Alat Tangkap Pukat Cincin…”, 2026). 83 gap statements have been mined from Food and Agricultural Sciences papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 368 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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