Determination of Physicochemical, Microbiological and Proximate Characteristics of Tomato Puree Produced for Domestic Use and Safe Consumption in Katsina State, Nigeria

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Analysis of physicochemical and microbiological profiles of tomato puree indicates safety and quality in local production.

Tomato puree exhibits stable physicochemical properties, satisfying quality standards for safe consumption.
Microbiological testing revealed zero counts for harmful pathogens, confirming the safety of the products.
Proximate analysis shows tomato puree is a concentrated source of macronutrients, contributing to its nutritional value.
Encouraging local processing of tomatoes can reduce post-harvest losses and improve food availability in Katsina State.

Akpaneno et al. (2025) studied this question.

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