This review highlights the recent advancements in extraction techniques for bioactive compounds from natural sources, focusing on methodologies that enhance both efficiency and sustainability. Techniques such as pressurized hot water extraction (PHWE), solid-state fermentation (SSF), ionic liquids (ILs), and electrohydrodynamic (EHD) methods have shown significant potential in improving extraction yields while preserving the bioactivity of target compounds. These innovative approaches offer significant advantages over traditional methods, including reduced energy consumption, minimal environmental impact, and the ability to extract thermosensitive compounds. PHWE and EHD are particularly effective for extracting antioxidants and thermosensitive compounds, whereas SSF provides an environmentally friendly alternative by valorizing agro-industrial waste. Ionic liquids, although promising for extracting complex phytochemicals, face challenges related to scalability and economic feasibility. The adoption of these advanced techniques represents a shift toward more sustainable and cost-effective extraction processes, promoting the discovery and utilization of high-value compounds. These methods also contribute to the development of eco-friendly, cost-effective strategies that align with green chemistry principles and regulatory standards. However, further research and technological advancements are required to address existing limitations and ensure the widespread application of these methods in industrial and pharmaceutical sectors.

Organomineral fertilizers is an innovation in agriculture, since it uses organic matter enriched with minerals. The combination of mineral phosphate and organomineral fertilization can contribute to the development of a more sustainable and economical fertilization program for the crop. So, organomineral fertilization can be an alternative or complement to mineral fertilization. However, the careful selection of fertilizer sources and doses is essential to increase productivity in the onion crop and finding proportions between different fertilizers can be a promising choice for sustainable agriculture. The aim of the present research was to evaluate the effect of different proportions of mineral and organomineral fertilizers on the development, production and post-harvest quality of onion bulbs, cv. Sublime F1, under Cerrado conditions. The experiment was carried out in the field, in Cristalina, GO, Brazil, in a randomized block design, with four replications. Six treatments were used: five proportions of mineral fertilizer (M) with organomineral (OM) and the control (without additional fertilization). It was evaluated: length, width and number of leaves; productivity; soluble solids content; titratable acidity; and loss of fresh mass. Data were submitted to analysis of variance (ANOVA), at 1% (p≤0.01) and 5% (p≤0.05) of significance, and means compared by Tukey and Dunnett tests (p≤0.01 and p≤0.05). The fertilization proportions were submitted to regression (p≤0.05). The proportion of 50%M50%OM promotes higher bulb average mass and class 4 onion productivity. The proportions of fertilizers did not alter the postharvest characteristics (total soluble solids and total acidity) of the onion, which were affected only by the time of storage. Cultivar Sublime F1 showed good development for the region, conditions and fertilizers used.

O Cerrado possui uma grande diversidade de frutos, destacando-se o pequi. Embora seja um dos frutos do Cerrado mais consumido, um dos maiores empecilhos está em seu armazenamento. A secagem em leito de espuma consiste em converter alimentos em uma espuma estável pela adição de agentes espumantes antes da secagem. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo realizar a secagem em leito de espuma de polpa de pequi com Emustab® e Albumina em diferentes concentrações e avaliar a estabilidade dos seus compostos bioativos mediante armazenamento. Para produção de espuma, utilizou-se o agente espumante Emustab® e Albumina nas concentrações de 2,5%, 5% e 10%. Essas foram levadas ao secador a 60°C por 12 horas. A fim de verificar a estabilidade das farinhas foram realizadas as análises de compostos fenólicos, carotenoides e vitamina C nos intervalos de 0, 15, 30 e 60 dias de armazenamento a temperatura ambiente. A secagem em leito de espuma apresentou vantagens na preservação dos compostos bioativos, destacando-se o Emustab®. Verificou-se que 5% EMS apresentou melhores resultados para o teor de Vitamina C e β-caroteno, e 2,5% EMS para os compostos fenólicos.