Japan's food tech companies find fresh ways to extend shelf life

Tuna wrapped in mold keeps for 20 days while dried veggies last two years

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A tuna is sliced at a Tokyo fish market. Prolonging shelf life through technology will reduce food waste. (Photo by Akiyoshi Inoue)

KENTO HARASHIMA and MIHO GATAYAMA, Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Investors around the globe are hunting for companies that aim to solve the world's food problems with technology, and corporate efforts to reduce food waste offer a juicy opportunity.

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