СТОКОЗНАНИЕ –ТРАДИЦИИ И ПЕРСПЕКТИВИ. XIV НАУЧНА КОНФЕРЕНЦИЯ С МЕЖДУНАРОДНО УЧАСТИЕ Посветена на 75- годишнината от създаването на катедра и специалност „Стокознание” с партньорството на Сдружение "Клуб 9000"
COMMODITY SCIENCE – TRADITIONS AND PERSPECTIVES. SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE WITH INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION Celebrating 75th Years Specialty and Department of „Commodity Science” with the partnership of "Club 9000" Association
Contributor(s): Denka Zlateva (Editor), Antoaneta Stoyanova (Editor), Sabka Pashova (Editor), Vanya Zhivkova (Editor), Velichka Marinova (Editor), Dana Stefanova (Editor), Radoslav Radev (Editor), Margarita Stankova (Editor)
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Economy, Education, National Economy, Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Energy and Environmental Studies, Communication studies, Accounting - Business Administration, Business Ethics, Socio-Economic Research, Transport / Logistics
Published by: Икономически университет - Варна
Keywords: Department of Commodity Science; 75 years Commodity science; trained specialists; experts; development; economics; quality control
Summary/Abstract: The establishment of the "Commodity Science" department and specialty at the first Higher Trade School (now the University of Economics - Varna) in Bulgaria dates back to October 19, 1948. The confirmation and development of academic education in the field of commodity science only at the University of Economics - Varna is conditioned by the foresight of its founder, first rector and professor of commodity science - Tsani Kalyandzhiev, the presence of prominent scientists and teachers who continued his work, the creation of good conditions and renewed material base, current scientific research, the need for specialists who know the factors for the formation of the assortment and the quality of the goods, its evaluation, control and management. For its 75 years of development and resistance to economic challenges, the "Commodity Science" department develops dynamically in accordance with the development of international markets, the requirements of practice and consumers, provides scientific solutions and trained staff to national and international businesses. She has left a rich scientific legacy in the field of commodity knowledge - over 165 textbooks and teaching aids for universities and vocational high schools, more than 325 scientific studies have been published, of which 20 monographs, 170 articles, 130 reports, there are 46 inventions and over 50 developments on scientific projects. Only for the last 5 years (2019-2023), the scientific publications of the department staff are 135, of which 40 are in foreign refereed and indexed scientific publications Scopus /Web of Science. The number of citations of the publications of the members of the academic staff for the last 5 years is 320, and in the indexed editions Scopus and Web of Science they are 74%. Over 100 are the joint scientific publications of members of the department with their supervised doctoral students and students. The Department of "Commodity Science" has organized and conducted 20 international scientific forums, at which 790 reports were presented, of which 487 were by foreign scientists and 383 by Bulgarian scientists, it trained over 3680 graduates, unique specialists - bachelors, masters and doctoral students with wide realization. The actuality and growing need for knowledge about commodities, established traditions, international scientific partnership and that with practice and business, the proven historical significance of scientific contributions and prepared staff from the "Commodity Science" department determine its sustainable development, vitality and perspective.
- Print-ISBN-13: 978-954-21-1163-4
- Page Count: 194
- Publication Year: 2023
- Language: English, Bulgarian
СЪЗДАВАНЕ И 75 ГОДИНИ РАЗВИТИЕ НА КАТЕДРА И СПЕЦИАЛНОСТ „СТОКОЗНАНИЕ“ В БЪЛГАРИЯ
СЪЗДАВАНЕ И 75 ГОДИНИ РАЗВИТИЕ НА КАТЕДРА И СПЕЦИАЛНОСТ „СТОКОЗНАНИЕ“ В БЪЛГАРИЯ
(CREATION AND 75 YEARS OF DEPARTMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT AND SPECIALTY "COMMODITY SCIENCE" IN BULGARIA)
- Author(s):Temenuga Stoykova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):History, Social Sciences, Education, Communication studies, Economic history
- Page Range:11-24
- No. of Pages:14
- Keywords:Department of Commodity Science; 75 years Commodity science; trained specialists; expert;, development
- Summary/Abstract:The establishment of the "Commodity Science" department and specialty at the first Higher Trade School (now the University of Economics - Varna) in Bulgaria dates back to October 19, 1948. The confirmation and development of academic education in the field of commodity science only at the University of Economics - Varna is conditioned by the foresight of its founder, first rector and professor of commodity science - Tsani Kalyandzhiev, the presence of prominent scientists and teachers who continued his work, the creation of good conditions and renewed material base, current scientific research, the need for specialists who know the factors for the formation of the assortment and the quality of the goods, its evaluation, control and management. For its 75 years of development and resistance to economic challenges, the "Commodity Science" department develops dynamically in accordance with the development of international markets, the requirements of practice and consumers, provides scientific solutions and trained staff to national and international businesses. She has left a rich scientific legacy in the field of commodity knowledge - over 165 textbooks and teaching aids for universities and vocational high schools, more than 325 scientific studies have been published, of which 20 monographs, 170 articles, 130 reports, there are 46 inventions and over 50 developments on scientific projects. Only for the last 5 years (2019-2023), the scientific publications of the department staff are 135, of which 40 are in foreign refereed and indexed scientific publications Scopus /Web of Science. The number of citations of the publications of the members of the academic staff for the last 5 years is 320, and in the indexed editions Scopus and Web of Science they are 74%. Over 100 are the joint scientific publications of members of the department with their supervised doctoral students and students. The Department of "Commodity Science" has organized and conducted 20 international scientific forums, at which 790 reports were presented, of which 487 were by foreign scientists and 383 by Bulgarian scientists, it trained over 3680 graduates, unique specialists - bachelors, masters and doctoral students with wide realization.The actuality and growing need for knowledge about commodities, established traditions, international scientific partnership and that with practice and business, the proven historical significance of scientific contributions and prepared staff from the "Commodity Science" department determine its sustainable development, vitality and perspective.
MODERN APPROACHES TO TRACEABILITY DURING THE SHELF LIFE OF CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
MODERN APPROACHES TO TRACEABILITY DURING THE SHELF LIFE OF CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
(MODERN APPROACHES TO TRACEABILITY DURING THE SHELF LIFE OF CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS)
- Author(s):Alla Vladimirovna Ryzhakova, M.S. Goloviznina, I.V. Goloviznin
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics
- Page Range:25-29
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:confectionery products; candies; usable shelf life; raw; processes occurring during storage
- Summary/Abstract:Proper nutrition is a trend of the 21st century that does not cease to gain popularity due to human concern about its health. Today, about 80% of Russians not only thoroughly study the composition of products before purchasing them but also pay attention to the expiration dates. Product safety is by far the number one priority for both consumers and successful businesses. Therefore, the quality and safety of confectionery products for the manufacturer is a guarantor of development, achieving sustainable success and maintaining it in the long term. The quality factor of confectionery products, which correlates with their shelf life, is currently recognized as decisive. The establishment of the shelf life of confectionery products in recent years is carried out by MUK 4.2 1847-04 “Methods of control. Biological and microbiological factors. Sanitary and epidemiological assessment of the justification of the shelf life and storage conditions of food products”. MUK is used in the development of new products or when prolonging the shelf life. However, this document is already outdated, and new approaches are needed by the realities of the modern market. The strategy for improving the quality of food products in the Russian Federation until 2030 specifies the obligatory justification of the shelf life. Taking into account that the consumption of confectionery products is growing rapidly, and the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed a new trend among consumers - the use of food ingredients that support the immune system (vitamins, polyphenols, flavonoids, etc.), it is very relevant and timely to justify the expiration dates confectionery, which is what this article is about.
УПРАВЛЕНИЕ НА КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ДЕНТАЛНИТЕ УСЛУГИ В СЪОТВЕТСТВИЕ С РЕГУЛАТОРНИТЕ ИЗИСКВАНИЯ И СТАНДАРТА ISO 9001:2015
УПРАВЛЕНИЕ НА КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ДЕНТАЛНИТЕ УСЛУГИ В СЪОТВЕТСТВИЕ С РЕГУЛАТОРНИТЕ ИЗИСКВАНИЯ И СТАНДАРТА ISO 9001:2015
(DENTAL SERVICES QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN CONFORMITY WITH REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARD ISO 9001:2015)
- Author(s):Antoaneta Stoyanova, Neli Nikolova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics
- Page Range:30-37
- No. of Pages:8
- Keywords:Quality management system; dental services; quality
- Summary/Abstract:Managing the sustainability of dental services requires an agreed strategy through the implementation of management systems. The purpose of this paper is to provide a comparative analysis of the current quality management mechanisms for dental services delivered in accordance with current regulatory requirements versus those developed to the requirements of an internationally validated standard, ISO 9001:2015. The benefits of implementing QMS as a factor ensuring the quality of dental services provided and giving patients confidence of reduced health risk are highlighted.
РЕГУЛАТОРНИ МЕХАНИЗМИ ЗА ЗАВИШЕН МИТНИЧЕСКИ КОНТРОЛ ПРИ ВЪВЕЖДАНЕ НА СТОКИ С ВИСОК РИСК
РЕГУЛАТОРНИ МЕХАНИЗМИ ЗА ЗАВИШЕН МИТНИЧЕСКИ КОНТРОЛ ПРИ ВЪВЕЖДАНЕ НА СТОКИ С ВИСОК РИСК
(REGULATORY MECHANISMS FOR ENHANCED CUSTOMS CONTROL ON THE ENTRY OF HIGH-RISK GOODS)
- Author(s):Antoaneta Stoyanova, Velichka Marinova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics
- Page Range:38-44
- No. of Pages:9
- Keywords:customs control; hazards; high-risk goods; agri-food chain
- Summary/Abstract:The representation and release for free circulation of safe and healthy food is an essential aspect of the internal market, which is a significant factor in quaranteeing and preserving the health and lives of consumers. Ensuring these activities is achieved by the implementation of the adopted strategic objectives set out in the operation of the customs administrations of each Member State of the European Union. The aim of this report is to review and analyse the current regulatory mechanisms and requirements for the implementation of enhanced customs controls on the entry of high-risk commodities in order to prevent adverse health effects for consumers throughout the agri-food chain. The relevance of the preventive approach in developing the concept of food safety legislation is assessed. This paper is focused on business operators whose activities are related to the entry and control of high risk commodities.
ИСТОРИЧЕСКИ АСПЕКТИ И АКТУАЛНОСТ НА ОБУЧЕНИЕТО В СПЕЦИАЛНОСТ „СТОКОЗНАНИЕ“ В ИКОНОМИЧЕСКИ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ - ВАРНА
ИСТОРИЧЕСКИ АСПЕКТИ И АКТУАЛНОСТ НА ОБУЧЕНИЕТО В СПЕЦИАЛНОСТ „СТОКОЗНАНИЕ“ В ИКОНОМИЧЕСКИ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ - ВАРНА
(HISTORICAL ASPECTS AND ACTUALITY OF THE TRAINING AT "COMMODITY SCIENCE" PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS – VARNA)
- Author(s):Dana Stefanova, Denka Zlateva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):History, Social Sciences, Economy, Education, Business Economy / Management, Economic history, History of ideas
- Page Range:45-51
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:University of Economics – Varna; Commodity science; education; bachelor programs
- Summary/Abstract:This study presents brief historical data on the establishment and development of the „Commodity Science“ program at the University of Economics - Varna. The actuality of the training in the field of commodity science, both in Bulgaria and in other European countries, has been revealed. Bachelor programs in lots of European universities were studied and it was found that there are many educational programs close to „Commodity Science“. While "Commodity Science" program at University of Economics – Varna prepares students both in the field of foodstuffs and industrial goods, in the majority of foreign universities training in the field of foodstuffs is more prevalent.
ПРОУЧВАНЕ НА ВЪЗМОЖНОСТИТЕ ЗА ПРИЛАГАНЕ НА СЪВРЕМЕНЕН ПОДХОД ЗА ПОВИШАВАНЕ БЕЗОПАСНОСТТА И КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ХРАНИТЕ И СУРОВИНИТЕ В ХРАНИТЕЛНАТА ВЕРИГА
ПРОУЧВАНЕ НА ВЪЗМОЖНОСТИТЕ ЗА ПРИЛАГАНЕ НА СЪВРЕМЕНЕН ПОДХОД ЗА ПОВИШАВАНЕ БЕЗОПАСНОСТТА И КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ХРАНИТЕ И СУРОВИНИТЕ В ХРАНИТЕЛНАТА ВЕРИГА
(STUDY OF THE POSSIBILITIES OF IMPLEMENTING A MODERN APPROACH TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY AND QUALITY OF FOODS AND RAW MATERIALS IN THE FOOD CHAIN)
- Author(s):Dragomir Ivanov, Deyana Ilieva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture
- Page Range:52-59
- No. of Pages:8
- Keywords:food chain; Antimicrobial resistance (AMR); food hygiene; Ecosystems; Interdisciplinary coordination; holistic model
ПРЕДИЗВИКАТЕЛСТВА ПРЕД КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ИЗВЪНБОЛНИЧНАТА ПОМОЩ
ПРЕДИЗВИКАТЕЛСТВА ПРЕД КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ИЗВЪНБОЛНИЧНАТА ПОМОЩ
(CHALLENGES TO THE OUTPATIENT CARE QUALITY)
- Author(s):Galinka Pavlova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics
- Page Range:60-65
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:quality of activity; outpatient care
- Summary/Abstract:The quality of activities in modern healthcare is a function of the available resources management and a product of various factors. The discrepancy between the needs, expectations and results of the various potential users of health services is a prerequisite for the existence of challenges in the sector and a negative public assessment of the medical activity quality in our country and healthcare in general. The objective of this study is to investigate the structures, processes and results in the provision of outpatient care by implementing one of the A. Donabedian’s approaches for determination of the quality indicators. Materials and methods: Documentary, sociological and statistical methods were used in this study. A survey was conducted in February and March 2023 on the satisfaction with the outpatient healthcare received. The processed results are graphically presented. Results and discussion: The challenges to ensuring a high level of quality in the outpatient care are mainly observed in smaller and/or remote settlements. These are related to the insufficiency or lack of medical specialists, outdated technical infrastructure, absence of modern medical equipment, difficult access to the health system, the result of organizational, regulatory and financial deficits. The deepening deformations of the structure and processes in healthcare are leading to poor results, ranking our country in the last places in the EU according to a number of health indicators. Progress towards more effective and better quality healthcare is slow and unsatisfactory, requiring substantial prioritization of outpatient care, systematic and effective control. Conclusion: Improving the health status of the population is a strategic goal of any health system, requiring regulated and financially secured implementation of specific monitoring, assessment and control measures to improve the quality of health services.
IMPROVEMENT OF TEXTILE MATERIALS CONSUMER PROPERTIES THROUGH THE USAGE OF NATURAL DYES FROM WASTE OF CONIFEROUS PLAIN
IMPROVEMENT OF TEXTILE MATERIALS CONSUMER PROPERTIES THROUGH THE USAGE OF NATURAL DYES FROM WASTE OF CONIFEROUS PLAIN
(IMPROVEMENT OF TEXTILE MATERIALS CONSUMER PROPERTIES THROUGH THE USAGE OF NATURAL DYES FROM WASTE OF CONIFEROUS PLAIN)
- Author(s):Irina Krotova, Vladimir Boev
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies
- Page Range:66-71
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:natural dye; debarking waste; Siberian fir; Siberian spruce; Siberian larch
- Summary/Abstract:The relevance of the results is due to the need to solve a set of problems related to both the expansion of the range of marketable products obtained from waste from coniferous plants and the reduction of environmental damage to the environment by wood processing enterprises. A process for the extraction of a complex of coloring substances from the bark of larch, fir and Siberian spruce was developed and implemented in laboratory conditions with an environmentally safe and cheap solvent – water. The modes of concentration and drying of natural dyes without loss of their color characteristics and other consumer properties have been developed. The possibility of using the obtained dyes for dyeing both natural and synthetic fibers is shown. The study of their biocidal activity in relation to sanitary indicative microorganisms made it possible to create textile materials with bactericidal properties.
ИНОВАТИВНО И УСТОЙЧИВО ПРОИЗВОДСТВО НА ПРОТЕИНОВИ КОНЦЕНТРАТИ ОТ ЖЪЛТ ГРАХ
ИНОВАТИВНО И УСТОЙЧИВО ПРОИЗВОДСТВО НА ПРОТЕИНОВИ КОНЦЕНТРАТИ ОТ ЖЪЛТ ГРАХ
(INNOVATIVE AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION OF YELLOW PEA PROTEIN CONCENTRATES)
- Author(s):Ivelina Georgieva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Energy and Environmental Studies
- Page Range:72-76
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:native; pea ingredients; innovative technologies; protein concentrate; agri-food system; carbon neutral approach
MEAT AND MEAT PRODUCTS AS SOURCES OF PARASITIC INFECTIONS FOR 2012-2021
MEAT AND MEAT PRODUCTS AS SOURCES OF PARASITIC INFECTIONS FOR 2012-2021
(MEAT AND MEAT PRODUCTS AS SOURCES OF PARASITIC INFECTIONS FOR 2012-2021)
- Author(s):Kalina Stoyanova, Tatyana Cvetkova, Jaklina Cvetkova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Business Ethics
- Page Range:77-84
- No. of Pages:8
- Keywords:foodborne parasitosis; meat and meat products; trichinellosis; taeniarhynchosis; toxoplasmosis; toxocariasis
УТАЙКИ ОТ ПРЕЧИСТВАТЕЛНИТЕ СТАНЦИИ ЗА ОТПАДЪЧНИ ВОДИ (ПСОВ) – УПРАВЛЕНСКИ ПРАКТИКИ И ПЕРСПЕКТИВИ ЗА ИЗПОЛЗВАНЕТО ИМ В ЗЕМЕДЕЛИЕТО
УТАЙКИ ОТ ПРЕЧИСТВАТЕЛНИТЕ СТАНЦИИ ЗА ОТПАДЪЧНИ ВОДИ (ПСОВ) – УПРАВЛЕНСКИ ПРАКТИКИ И ПЕРСПЕКТИВИ ЗА ИЗПОЛЗВАНЕТО ИМ В ЗЕМЕДЕЛИЕТО
(SEWAGE SLUDGE FROM WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANTS (WWTP) - MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND PROSPECTS FOR THEIR USE IN AGRICULTURE)
- Author(s):Lilia Ananieva-Zlateva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies
- Page Range:85-94
- No. of Pages:10
- Keywords:sewage sludge; wastewater treatment plants (WWTP); agriculture; sustainability; waste
- Summary/Abstract:Modern societies face serious global environmental problems related to the environmental impact arising from the processes of production and consumption of goods and services. Economic growth as a factor necessitates the development of strategies for managing processes related to the prevention and protection of the environment from harmful influences, on the one hand, and efficient use of natural resources, on the other.Object of the present report research is the sludge from the wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), as the elaboration affects aspects of their management and the possibilities for their subsequent utilization in the agriculture.The purpose of this report is, based on an analysis of the current situation in the management of sludge from wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), on one side, and based on modern practices of their utilization, on the other, to identify the possibilities for their subsequent application in Bulgarian agriculture.In accordance with the purpose that is set, a descriptive-analytical method will be used for the report elaboration, through which an overview of the sector will be made, as well as the current practices for the utilization of WWTP sludge in agriculture in the countries of the European Union. The analysis can support stakeholders in developing sustainable strategies applicable to the conditions for both sectors development, in the context of the circular economy principle.
СЕНЗОРНА ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКА НА ИНОВАТИВНИ ЗДРАВОСЛОВНИ КРЕКЕРИ, ОБОГАТЕНИ С ИНДУСТРИАЛЕН ВТОРИЧЕН ПРОДУКТ ОТ ПРЕРАБОТКАТА НА ДОМАТИ
СЕНЗОРНА ХАРАКТЕРИСТИКА НА ИНОВАТИВНИ ЗДРАВОСЛОВНИ КРЕКЕРИ, ОБОГАТЕНИ С ИНДУСТРИАЛЕН ВТОРИЧЕН ПРОДУКТ ОТ ПРЕРАБОТКАТА НА ДОМАТИ
(SENSORY CHARACTERISTICS OF INNOVATIVE HEALTHY CRACKERS ENRICHED WITH INDUSTRIAL WASTE PRODUCTS FROM TOMATO PROCESSING)
- Author(s):Milena Nikolova, Rosen Chochkov, Silviya Topleva, Valentina Chonova, Tsvetko Prokopov
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture
- Page Range:95-100
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:innovative crackers; tomato flakes; sensory characteristic
- Summary/Abstract:The report investigates the effect and health aspects of addition of an industrial waste from tomato processing on the sensory characteristics and some chemical properties of innovative crackers. It was established that the products with the addition of 5% industrial waste from tomato processing have the best quality characteristics, pleasant and specific and well accepted by consumers. The products are a good source of dietary fiber and proteins, making them suitable for the wellness lifestyle of the modern generation.
INTEGRATING QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN SECONDARY EDUCATION WITH SIMULATION GAMES: A BUSINESS CASE LEARNING APPROACH
INTEGRATING QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN SECONDARY EDUCATION WITH SIMULATION GAMES: A BUSINESS CASE LEARNING APPROACH
(INTEGRATING QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN SECONDARY EDUCATION WITH SIMULATION GAMES: A BUSINESS CASE LEARNING APPROACH)
- Author(s):Marieta Stefanova, Stefan Minchev
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, ICT Information and Communications Technologies, Business Ethics
- Page Range:101-105
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:Quality Management; Business Case
- Summary/Abstract:Integrating quality management in secondary education with simulation games is an approach that aims to provide learners with opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge and develop skills needed for successful quality management in a business environment. The purpose of this study is to investigate the application of an approach to integrate quality management into the secondary education curriculum through the use of simulation games. By combining practical examples and theoretical knowledge, students have the opportunity to develop not only their theoretical knowledge of quality management, but also important skills such as teamwork, analytical thinking and decision-making approaches. The study analyses the benefits of using simulation games in the learning environment, highlighting the positive effects on students’ learning and skills development. The study also provides a scientific overview of the approach and emphasise the importance of integrating quality management in secondary education through simulation games to achieve more effective learning and prepare students for the challenges of the business environment.
НЕЛОЯЛНИ ТЪРГОВСКИ ПРАКТИКИ – ПРОТИВОДЕЙСТВИЕ И ЗАЩИТА НА ПОТРЕБИТЕЛИТЕ
НЕЛОЯЛНИ ТЪРГОВСКИ ПРАКТИКИ – ПРОТИВОДЕЙСТВИЕ И ЗАЩИТА НА ПОТРЕБИТЕЛИТЕ
(UNFAIR COMMERCIAL PRACTICES – COUNTERACTION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION)
- Author(s):Miglena Dushkova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics
- Page Range:106-111
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:consumer protection; unfair commercial practices; misleading; aggressive; counteraction; the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive
- Summary/Abstract:The present study aims to reveal some aspects of unfair commercial practices: essence; categories; the main counteracting tools. Some definitions are discussed, connected with unfair commercial practices. The two categories of unfair commercial practices are examined – misleading and aggressive. The main consumer protection tools in this problem field are reviewed. Special attention is given to the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive.
МОЛЕКУЛЯРНА ГАСТРОНОМИЯ И ВЛИЯНИЕТО Ѝ ВЪРХУ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ХРАНАТА
МОЛЕКУЛЯРНА ГАСТРОНОМИЯ И ВЛИЯНИЕТО Ѝ ВЪРХУ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ХРАНАТА
(MOLECULAR GASTRONOMY AND ITS AFFECT OF FOOD QUALITY)
- Author(s):Milena Peneva
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Tourism
- Page Range:112-116
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:molecular gastronomy; food quality; taste; food additives; safety of consumers
- Summary/Abstract:In recent years, not only in the world, but also in Bulgaria, the so-called molecular gastronomy has entered and established itself as a consumer demand. The scientific discipline—which was introduced under the name molecular and physical gastronomy and later shortened to molecular gastronomy—was established in 1988 by Hervé This, a physical chemist, and Nicholas Kurti, a former professor of physics at the University of Oxford, who were interested in the science behind the phenomena that occur during culinary processes. Although nutritional science has been around for centuries, it focuses on the chemical composition and nutritional value of ingredients, while molecular gastronomy focuses on the mechanisms of transformation that occur during the culinary processes of restaurant classical cooking. This is the point at which the physical and chemical processes of food production combine with the artistic and aesthetic skills of the culinarians. Meals prepared in this way feed not only the body, but also the eyes, causing the consumer's senses to activate to distinguish visual perceptions from what the taste buds sense. Molecular culinary studies the physical aspects of food-liquid interactions, flavor stability, heat conduction, convection and transfer, solubility issues, dispersion and the relationship between texture and flavor, etc. This science seeks to generate new knowledge based on the chemistry and physics behind culinary processes - for example, why mayonnaise thickens or why bread rises. To achieve the impressive results, molecular cuisine incorporates a variety of food additives approved for use in culinary products, such as hydrocolloids, emulsifiers, stabilizers, non-stick agents, enzymes, gases, etc. This raises the question of how well the quality of ready-to-eat food is maintained in terms of vitamin content and nutritional properties, whether it supplies the elements necessary for the healthy development of the human body or whether the technological process of processing and the addition of additives compromise molecular gastronomy. As a result of various techniques such as emulsification, spherification, solidification, gelation, modern culinarians change the physical properties of products and thus obtain radically different dishes, with a different shape and consistency from their usual, but preserving and enriching their taste qualities. Research by a number of scientists has shown that some important elements are preserved and some are damaged, affecting the quality of the food when food additives such as liquid nitrogen, xanthan gum, calcium salts are added for the purpose of molecular cuisine. Many of the emulsifiers and hydrocolloids used are of natural origin, ensuring the safety of consumers. Whatever the origin of the ingredients, the most important thing remains the dose involved, and given that food prepared in this way is not consumed on a daily basis, molecular gastronomy can be considered safe and qialitive.
TЪРСЕНЕ И ПРЕДЛАГАНЕ НА ЗДРАВНИ УСЛУГИ
TЪРСЕНЕ И ПРЕДЛАГАНЕ НА ЗДРАВНИ УСЛУГИ
(DEMAND AND SUPPLY OF HEALTH SERVICES)
- Author(s):Milena Vladimirova, Galinka Pavlova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics, Socio-Economic Research
- Page Range:117-122
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:market of health services; health policy; moral hazard
СТАНДАРТИ ЗА УСТОЙЧИВИ СИСТЕМИ ЗА УПРАВЛЕНИЕ: КАРТОГРАФИРАНЕ НА ВОДЕЩИ ISO СТАНДАРТИ В ПОДКРЕПА НА ПО-ДОБРОТО ИМ ПРИЛАГАНЕ В БЪЛГАРСКИЯ КОНТЕКСТ
СТАНДАРТИ ЗА УСТОЙЧИВИ СИСТЕМИ ЗА УПРАВЛЕНИЕ: КАРТОГРАФИРАНЕ НА ВОДЕЩИ ISO СТАНДАРТИ В ПОДКРЕПА НА ПО-ДОБРОТО ИМ ПРИЛАГАНЕ В БЪЛГАРСКИЯ КОНТЕКСТ
(STANDARDS FOR SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: MAPPING OF LEADING ISO STANDARDS TO SUPPORT THEIR IMPLEMENTATION IN THE BULGARIAN CONTEXT)
- Author(s):Nevena Ivanova, Elka Vasileva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics
- Page Range:123-129
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:Standards for sustainable management systems; mapping; ISO standards; Bulgaria
- Summary/Abstract:The standardization of sustainable management systems, processes and products can support and strengthen their transformational potential for implementing sustainable development goals. However, scientific research in this area is quite limited. Therefore, our study aims to identify the key sustainable management systems standards (SMSS) and to reveal the leading ISO standards in support of their better development in bulgarian context. The results of SMSS mapping prove their role as a widely used tool for assessing and improving sustainability practices, in the context of organizational management.
ДОВЕРИЕ НА ПОТРЕБИТЕЛИТЕ В БИО ХРАНИТЕ
ДОВЕРИЕ НА ПОТРЕБИТЕЛИТЕ В БИО ХРАНИТЕ
(CONSUMER TRUST IN ORGANIC FOOD)
- Author(s):Rozalina Braykova, Darina Naydenova, Aneta Toneva
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Business Ethics
- Page Range:130-135
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:health; organic food consumers; European logo
- Summary/Abstract:The healthy behavior pattern of modern man undoubtedly includes increased interest, demand and consumption of organic food. Personal and family health are among the main determinants of consumer choice of organic food, as cited in many scientific studies. The aim is to study the factors influencing consumer trust in purchasing organic food. In Bulgaria, Dobrich District from November 2020 until April 2021 an anonymous survey was conducted among 150 consumers about their attitude towards buying organic food. The results were processed using Jamovi, version 2.2.5. The conclusions were established at confidence level α= 0.05. Consumers' knowledge of organic food labeling is associated with their choice based on the special labeling logo (p< 0.001). There is a statistically significant difference between men and women in the recognition of organic food through information on the packaging that the food is certified as organic (p=0.042) and when indicating the label ‘European leaf’ for the designation of organic food produced in the EU (p=0.040). The belief that organic food is of high quality and healthy is positively related to consumers' awareness of the logo they use in the European Union (p=0.047). Organic food consumers are informed and educated, looking for guarantees of origin. Researches supported by data indicating higher trust in organic food can be used to develop governments policies to promote them and increase consumer attitudes towards it.
THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN BULGARIA
THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN BULGARIA
(THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN BULGARIA)
- Author(s):Radoslav Radev, Velichka Marinova
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics
- Page Range:136-141
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:textile industry; иndustrial production index; textile recycling; circular economy
ИЗИСКВАНИЯ КЪМ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА КОСТИЛКОВИ ПЛОДОВЕ
ИЗИСКВАНИЯ КЪМ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА КОСТИЛКОВИ ПЛОДОВЕ
(STONE FRUITS` QUALITY REQUIREMENTS)
- Author(s):Sabka Pashova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Agriculture
- Page Range:142-148
- No. of Pages:7
- Keywords:quality; stone fruits; regulations
- Summary/Abstract:The quality of fruits is the basis for their realization and use as intended (for direct consumption, processing, import and export). Stone fruits are a major group of the great species diversity of fresh fruits grown in our country. They are distinguished by traditions in production, consumption and are used as raw material in the processing industry. Therefore, their quality is the subject of various studies, and the documents regulating the quality requirements of stone fruits over the years are periodically updated and therefore their research, presentation and analysis is of interest.
УСТОЙЧИВО ПОТРЕБЛЕНИЕ НА ХРАНИ И ХРАНИТЕЛНИ ОТПАДЪЦИ: НА ПРИМЕРА НА ПОЧИВНА БАЗА В РАВДА
УСТОЙЧИВО ПОТРЕБЛЕНИЕ НА ХРАНИ И ХРАНИТЕЛНИ ОТПАДЪЦИ: НА ПРИМЕРА НА ПОЧИВНА БАЗА В РАВДА
(SUSTAINABLE FOOD CONSUMPTION AND FOOD WASTE: THE CASE OF RECREATION CENTER IN RAVDA)
- Author(s):Stiliyan Stefanov, Nina Tipova, Elka Vasileva, Daniela Ivanova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies, Tourism
- Page Range:149-154
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:food waste; food consumption;, tourist; Bulgaria
- Summary/Abstract:Food waste is one of the major sustainability issues in the tourism and hospitality industry, particularly in the accommodation and food service sectors. The combination of global conflicts, climate change and high food prices make this problem urgent to solve. This article examines the patterns of food consumption by Bulgarian tourists and the causes of food waste generation in accommodation and dining facilities. The results can be used to develop strategies to reduce food waste and loss.
ОЦЕНЯВАНЕТО НА СИСТЕМИ ЗА УПРАВЛЕНИЕ И ЕФЕКТЪТ ОТ ОЦЕНЯВАНЕТО ВЪРХУ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ПРОДУКТИТЕ/УСЛУГИТЕ – АКТУАЛНИ ПРОБЛЕМИ И ТЕНДЕНЦИИ
ОЦЕНЯВАНЕТО НА СИСТЕМИ ЗА УПРАВЛЕНИЕ И ЕФЕКТЪТ ОТ ОЦЕНЯВАНЕТО ВЪРХУ КАЧЕСТВОТО НА ПРОДУКТИТЕ/УСЛУГИТЕ – АКТУАЛНИ ПРОБЛЕМИ И ТЕНДЕНЦИИ
(THE EVALUATION OF MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND ITS EFFECT ON THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTS/SERVICES – CURRENT ISSUES AND TRENDS)
- Author(s):Valentina Dobreva, Dimitar Kotsev
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Business Ethics
- Page Range:155-159
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:evaluation; standards; certification; quality; products
- Summary/Abstract:The evaluation of the management systems of small and medium-sized enterprises is a regulated process carried out by certification bodies. The competence of these certification bodies is recognized by accreditation services. The effectiveness of these evaluations is directly related to the continuous and improving quality of the products and services offered on the market by the audited organizations. The report examines what are the main problems faced by the main stakeholders - organizations, certification bodies, accreditation services, etc., considers opportunities to overcome them and discusses global and national development trends.
ОПОЛЗОТВОРЯВАНЕ НА ОТПАДЪЦИ ОТ НАР – НЯКОИ СЪВРЕМЕННИ АСПЕКТИ
ОПОЛЗОТВОРЯВАНЕ НА ОТПАДЪЦИ ОТ НАР – НЯКОИ СЪВРЕМЕННИ АСПЕКТИ
(POMEGRANATE WASTE UTILIZATION – SOME CURRENT ASPECTS)
- Author(s):Vanya Zhivkova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies
- Page Range:160-165
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:pomegranate waste; utilizatio; highlights
- Summary/Abstract:The purpose of the paper was to present some current aspects related to the utilization of pomegranate waste. The search for ways and the development of various strategies for the effective management of agricultural waste, including pomegranate waste, is among the promising environmental directions. The research of scientific literature carried out in this paper gives reason to conclude that the utilization of pomegranate waste is an actual and promising modern scientific direction in which intensive research is carried out, such as the development of adsorbents for the removal of pollutants from wastewater, or the use of various methods for the extraction of bioactive compounds from these wastes.
НЯКОИ СЪВРЕМЕННИ ТЕНДЕНЦИИ В ОПОЛЗОТВОРЯВАНЕТО НА ОТПАДЪЦИ ОТ ДЖАКФРУТ: КРАТЪК ПРЕГЛЕД
НЯКОИ СЪВРЕМЕННИ ТЕНДЕНЦИИ В ОПОЛЗОТВОРЯВАНЕТО НА ОТПАДЪЦИ ОТ ДЖАКФРУТ: КРАТЪК ПРЕГЛЕД
(SOME CURRENT TRENDS IN JACKFRUIT WASTE UTILIZATION: A BRIEF OVERVIEW)
- Author(s):Vanya Zhivkova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies
- Page Range:166-170
- No. of Pages:5
- Keywords:jackfruit waste; utilization; current trends
- Summary/Abstract:The present paper aimed to present some highlights of the current research trends in jackfruit waste utilization. A significant portion of jackfruit is unfit for consumption and is discarded by households and processing industries as waste, a large proportion of which is the peel and seeds. The study has shown that the development and implementation of valorization strategies for the sustainable conversion of jackfruit waste into valuable products and materials with diverse applications can be highlighted as a major research priority.
ДИГИТАЛНО УПРАВЛЕНИЕ НА БИЗНЕС ПРОЦЕСИ В ЛОГИСТИКАТА И ВЕРИГАТА ЗА ДОСТАВКИ
ДИГИТАЛНО УПРАВЛЕНИЕ НА БИЗНЕС ПРОЦЕСИ В ЛОГИСТИКАТА И ВЕРИГАТА ЗА ДОСТАВКИ
(DIGITAL BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN)
- Author(s):Kristiana Atanasova, Marina Yordanova
- Language:Bulgarian
- Subject(s):Economy, National Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Transport / Logistics
- Page Range:171-176
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:Digital management; logistics; supply chain; business processes change
- Summary/Abstract:Digital Business Process Management in Logistics represents a crucial aspect for enhancing organizational efficiency and competitiveness, particularly in the current era where technological innovations are reshaping the logistics sector. Therefore, this article sheds light on innovations and trends within the logistics and supply chain domain, with a specific focus on digital business process management. The influence of Industry 4.0 is examined, emphasizing the significance of automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence in optimizing operations. Special attention is given to Industry 5.0, which accelerates processes within the supply chain through the integration of humans and robots into an intelligent working environment. However, business process change becomes inevitable and is of paramount importance for the survival and growth of companies. The environment and market requirements continue to evolve, and for companies to remain relevant and competitive, they must adapt. In this context, the role of blockchain technology as a means to enhance transparency, security, and sustainability in managing processes and the supply chain as a whole is explored.
CHALLENGES FOR THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
CHALLENGES FOR THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
(CHALLENGES FOR THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS)
- Author(s):Damyan Kirechev
- Language:English
- Subject(s):Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies, Business Ethics
- Page Range:177-192
- No. of Pages:6
- Keywords:greenhouse gases (GHG); agriculture; food; livestock; carbon neutrality
- Summary/Abstract:The report examines changes in the dynamics of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agrifood production in Bulgaria, focusing on the production of cereals and food of animal origin. Emissions reductions are mostly due to production reductions, but modern practices are needed to transform production relations in the agrifood sector in order to reduce GHG emissions. The food sector must increase its responsibility in relation to climate change, but this requires the introduction of circular models, the development of the bioeconomy and carbon farming.