Microbial Fermentation: A Sustainable Approach to Food Production
A special issue of Fermentation (ISSN 2311-5637). This special issue belongs to the section "Fermentation for Food and Beverages".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 1
Special Issue Editors
Interests: microorganisms; shelf life; meat products; fermentation; food
Interests: biopreservative; microorganism; meat product; beneficial; shelf life; fermentation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Microbial fermentation offers a promising and sustainable strategy for improving global food systems. By harnessing the metabolic capabilities of bacteria, yeasts, and fungi, this process enables the transformation of raw materials into safer, more nutritious, and shelf-stable foods—while reducing dependence on synthetic additives and environmentally costly inputs. Microorganisms play a vital role in enhancing food quality through the production of bioactive compounds, natural preservatives (such as organic acids and bacteriocins), and functional ingredients including postbiotics and bioaromas. Fermentation also contributes to food security by valorizing agro-industrial by-products, decreasing waste, and enabling the local production of protein-rich alternatives to animal-based foods. In the context of climate change and resource scarcity, microbial fermentation aligns with the principles of circular economy and green technology, promoting sustainable innovation across the food chain. Moreover, the adaptability of microbial systems allows their application in both traditional fermented products and emerging functional foods, positioning microorganisms as essential allies in the transition toward resilient and sustainable food production.
Dr. André Guerra
Dr. Breno Pereira de Paula
Dr. Angela Gava Barreto
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Fermentation is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2100 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- microbial fermentation
- yeast
- food production
- bioactive compounds
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.
