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Uses desiccant properties to absorb moisture, keeping food dry and preventing spoilage.

Utilizes large-scale refrigerated warehouses to keep perishable goods at optimal temperatures.

Removes air from packaging, preventing oxidation and spoilage due to microorganisms.

Submerges food in oil to create an anaerobic environment where bacteria cannot grow.

Uses natural or controlled microbiota or antimicrobials as a way to preserve food and extend its shelf life.

Uses salt to draw moisture out of food, creating an environment hostile to bacteria.

Slows down bacterial growth by keeping food at low temperatures, extending its shelf life.

Provides a complete barrier to gases and moisture, protecting against spoilage.

Manages the ripening process to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables.

Preserves food by sealing it in airtight containers, preventing microorganisms from spoiling it.

Uses vinegar or brine to create an acidic environment where bacteria cannot thrive.

Uses high proofs of alcohol to create an inhospitable environment for microorganisms.

Converts carbohydrates to alcohol or organic acids using microorganisms, naturally preserving the food.

Applies smoke to food, which contains compounds that are both antimicrobial and antioxidant.

Removes ethylene gas, which can speed up the ripening and senescence of fruits and vegetables.

Stops bacterial growth by keeping food at temperatures below 0°F, greatly extending shelf life.

Removes moisture from food, inhibiting bacterial growth that leads to spoilage.

Encases food in a gelatinous film that restricts exposure to air and contaminants.

Involves sealing cooked food in a vacuum to reduce oxygen exposure and extend its shelf life.

Utilizes high concentrations of sugar to prevent the growth of microorganisms.

Uses high pressure to achieve temperatures above boiling to sterilize food and kill more resilient bacteria and spores.

Exposes food to ultraviolet light to kill bacteria, yeasts, and molds that cause spoilage.

Stores food in an underground room that maintains a consistent cool and humid environment.

Prevents exposure to air, thus protecting against oxidation and spoilage.