Postharvest : an introduction to the physiology and handling of fruit and vegetables /

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This book contains 12 chapters focusing on the basic tenets of postharvest technology of fruits and vegetables and how this influences their postharvest behaviour. Key information about their composition, biochemistry, respiration and physiology are presented. The importance of the management of tem...

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Main Authors: Wills, R. B. H. (Author), Golding, John Brett (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Sydney, NSW : CABI, [2016]
Edition:6th edition.
Subjects:
Fruit > Postharvest physiology.
Vegetables > Postharvest physiology.
Plants, Ornamental > Postharvest physiology.
Fruit > Postharvest technology.
Vegetables > Postharvest technology.
Plants, Ornamental > Postharvest technology.
Related Items:Online version: Postharvest
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Table of Contents:
  • Structure and composition
  • Physiology and biochemistry
  • Temperature
  • Water loss and humidity
  • Storage atmosphere
  • Technology of cool storage
  • Physiological disorders
  • Pathology
  • Quality evaluation and management
  • Preparation for market
  • Marketing and the consumer.

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