Overview
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- Professor Louw Hoffman is:
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Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Limpopo
Works
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2017
Journal Article
Colour and oxidative stability of mince produced from fresh and frozen/thawed fallow deer (Dama dama) meat
Chakanya, Chido, Arnaud, Elodie, Muchenje, Voster and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). Colour and oxidative stability of mince produced from fresh and frozen/thawed fallow deer (Dama dama) meat. Meat Science, 126, 63-72. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2016.12.008
2017
Journal Article
Deceit with decapods?: evaluating labelling accuracy of crustacean products in South Africa
Cawthorn, Donna-Mareè and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). Deceit with decapods?: evaluating labelling accuracy of crustacean products in South Africa. Food Control, 73 (Part B), 741-753. doi: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2016.09.027
2017
Journal Article
Determinants of smallholder farmers’ perceptions of impact of climate change on beef production in Malawi
Chingala, Gregory, Mapiye, Cletos, Raffrenato, Emiliano, Hoffman, Louw and Dzama, Kennedy (2017). Determinants of smallholder farmers’ perceptions of impact of climate change on beef production in Malawi. Climatic Change, 142 (1-2), 129-141. doi: 10.1007/s10584-017-1924-1
2017
Journal Article
Growth responses of entire and immunocastrated male pigs to dietary protein with and without ractopamine hydrochloride
Needham, T., Hoffman, L. C. and Gous, R. M. (2017). Growth responses of entire and immunocastrated male pigs to dietary protein with and without ractopamine hydrochloride. Animal, 11 (09), 1482-1487. doi: 10.1017/s1751731117000271
2017
Journal Article
Effect of days in feedlot on growth performance and carcass characteristics of Merino, South African Mutton Merino and Dorper lambs
Brand, T.S., Van der Westhuizen, E.J., Van der Merwe, D.A. and Hoffman, L.C. (2017). Effect of days in feedlot on growth performance and carcass characteristics of Merino, South African Mutton Merino and Dorper lambs. South African Journal of Animal Science, 47 (1), 26-33. doi: 10.4314/sajas.v47i1.5
2017
Journal Article
Authentic sheep meat in the European Union: factors influencing and validating its unique meat quality: authentic sheep meat in the European Union
Erasmus, Sara W., Muller, Magdalena and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). Authentic sheep meat in the European Union: factors influencing and validating its unique meat quality: authentic sheep meat in the European Union. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 97 (7), 1979-1996. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.8180
2017
Book Chapter
Determination of the microbial population of blesbok (Damaliscus pygargus phillipsi) meat in South Africa
Gouws, Pieter A., Germishuys, Zandre and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). Determination of the microbial population of blesbok (Damaliscus pygargus phillipsi) meat in South Africa. Game meat hygiene : food safety and security. (pp. 235-240) edited by P. Paulsen, A. Bauer and F.J.M. Smulders. Wageningen, The Netherlands: Wageningen Academic Publishers. doi: 10.3920/978-90-8686-840-7_16
2017
Journal Article
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and Organochlorinated Pesticides (OCPs) in Yellowtail (Seriola lalandi) from three spatially distinct locations along the coast of South Africa: levels, sources and fish size effect
Rufina C, Chukwumalume, Hoffman C, Louwrens and Opara L, Umezurike (2017). Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and Organochlorinated Pesticides (OCPs) in Yellowtail (Seriola lalandi) from three spatially distinct locations along the coast of South Africa: levels, sources and fish size effect. Journal of Food Processing & Technology, 08 (01) doi: 10.4172/2157-7110.1000644
2017
Journal Article
Effect of Sex and Muscle on the Fiber-Type Composition and Cross-Sectional Area of Springbok ( ) Muscle
North, Megan K. and Hoffman, Louw C. (2017). Effect of Sex and Muscle on the Fiber-Type Composition and Cross-Sectional Area of Springbok ( ) Muscle. Meat and Muscle Biology, 1 (1), 28-34. doi: 10.22175/mmb2017.01.0001
2017
Journal Article
Exogenous and endogenous factors influencing color of fresh meat from ungulates
Neethling, Nikki E., Suman, Surendranath P., Sigge, Gunnar O., Hoffman, Louwrens C. and Hunt, Melvin C. (2017). Exogenous and endogenous factors influencing color of fresh meat from ungulates. Meat and Muscle Biology, 1 (1), 253-275. doi: 10.22175/mmb2017.06.0032
2017
Book Chapter
African game meat and the safety pertaining to free-ranging wildlife: example of a wild suid in South Africa
Hoffman, Louwrens C., Swanepoel, Monlee and Leslie, Alison J. (2017). African game meat and the safety pertaining to free-ranging wildlife: example of a wild suid in South Africa. Game meat hygiene : food safety and security. (pp. 17-50) edited by P. Paulsen, A. Bauer and F.J.M. Smulders. Wageningen, The Netherlands: Wageningen Academic Publishers. doi: 10.3920/978-90-8686-840-7_1
2017
Book Chapter
The microbial quality of black wildebeest (Connochaetes gnou) carcasses processed in a South African abattoir
Gouws, Pieter A., Shange, Nompumelelo and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). The microbial quality of black wildebeest (Connochaetes gnou) carcasses processed in a South African abattoir. Game meat hygiene : food safety and security. (pp. 229-234) edited by P. Paulsen, A. Bauer and F.J.M. Smulders. Wageningen, The Netherlands: Wageningen Academic Publishers. doi: 10.3920/978-90-8686-840-7_15
2017
Book Chapter
Microbial quality of springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) meat in relation to harvesting and production process
Gouws, Pieter A., Shange, Nompumelelo and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2017). Microbial quality of springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) meat in relation to harvesting and production process. Game meat hygiene : food safety and security. (pp. 223-228) edited by P. Paulsen, A. Bauer and F.J.M. Smulders. Wageningen, The Netherlands: Wageningen Academic Publishers. doi: 10.3920/978-90-8686-840-7_14
2016
Journal Article
Comparison of shear force tenderness, drip and cooking loss, and ultimate muscle pH of the loin muscle among grass-fed steers of four major beef crosses slaughtered in Namibia
Strydom, P, Lühl, J, Kahl, C and Hoffman, L.C. (2016). Comparison of shear force tenderness, drip and cooking loss, and ultimate muscle pH of the loin muscle among grass-fed steers of four major beef crosses slaughtered in Namibia. South African Journal of Animal Science, 46 (4), 348-359. doi: 10.4314/sajas.v46i4.2
2016
Journal Article
The influence of vaccination interval on growth, carcass traits and testicle parameters of immunocastrated ram lambs
Needham, T., Lambrechts, H. and Hoffman, L.C. (2016). The influence of vaccination interval on growth, carcass traits and testicle parameters of immunocastrated ram lambs. Small Ruminant Research, 145, 53-57. doi: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2016.10.025
2016
Journal Article
Physico-chemical properties of reduced-fat beef species sausage with pork back fat replaced by pineapple dietary fibres and water
Henning, Suné St.Clair, Tshalibe, Prince and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2016). Physico-chemical properties of reduced-fat beef species sausage with pork back fat replaced by pineapple dietary fibres and water. LWT - Food Science and Technology, 74, 92-98. doi: 10.1016/j.lwt.2016.07.007
2016
Journal Article
Variation in the sensory profile of South African Dorper lamb from extensive grazing systems
Erasmus, Sara W., Hoffman, Louwrens C., Muller, Magdalena and van der Rijst, Marieta (2016). Variation in the sensory profile of South African Dorper lamb from extensive grazing systems. Small Ruminant Research, 144, 62-74. doi: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2016.07.020
2016
Journal Article
Controversial cuisine: a global account of the demand, supply and acceptance of “unconventional” and “exotic” meats
Cawthorn, Donna-Mareè and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2016). Controversial cuisine: a global account of the demand, supply and acceptance of “unconventional” and “exotic” meats. Meat Science, 120, 19-36. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2016.04.017
2016
Journal Article
Physical and chemical characteristics of warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) meat
Swanepoel, Monlee, Leslie, Alison J., Rijst, Marieta van der and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2016). Physical and chemical characteristics of warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) meat. African Journal of Wildlife Research, 46 (2), 103-120. doi: 10.3957/056.046.0103
2016
Journal Article
The influence of season on the sensory profile of Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiacus) meat
Geldenhuys, Greta, Muller, Nina and Hoffman, Louwrens C. (2016). The influence of season on the sensory profile of Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiacus) meat. Poultry Science, 95 (9), 2174-2185. doi: 10.3382/ps/pew135
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Extrinsic and intrinsic factors that influence the meat quality of goat fresh meat and products.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Nick Hudson, Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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Doctor Philosophy
Effect of physiological status on goat methane emissions
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Angela Lees, Dr Anne Beasley, Dr Sarah Meale
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Doctor Philosophy
Screening for plastic and persistent contaminants in food and feed derived from black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) reared on food waste.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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Doctor Philosophy
New strategies for improving the texture and acceptance of plant-based foods
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jason Stokes, Professor Heather Smyth
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Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae as a Protein Source in Broiler Diets
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eugeni Roura, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Alternative protein ingredients to replace soybean meal for sustainable livestock production systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eugeni Roura, Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Optimising and industrialising black soldier fly (BSF) production -redirecting food waste to livestock feed production using insects
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Deirdre Mikkelsen, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Effects of Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Australian Native Plants (Kakadu plum and Davidson plum) on the Safety and Quality of Value-added Meat Products
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Proximate factors of "Mushy Tuna Syndrome" in Skipjack Tuna and an Amelioration Plan for South Pacific Fishers and Processors.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Simone Blomberg, Dr Matthew Holden, Associate Professor Ian Tibbetts
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Nutritional and Functional Quality of Flour and Proteins from Australian Acacia seed
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
Media
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- exotic meats
- food science
- goats
- insects
- Meat Science
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