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

By:

Wills, R.B.H

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Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Sydney, Australia : UNSW Press ; Cambridge, MA : CABI North American Office, 2007.Edition: 5th EditionDescription: x, 227 p. : illustrations (some color)ISBN:

9781845932275
1845932277
9780868409801
0868409804

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DDC classification:

634.046 POS

Contents:

Introduction -- Structure and composition -- Physiology and biochemistry -- Effects of temperature -- Water loss and humidity -- Storage atmosphere -- Technology of storage -- Physiological disorders -- Pathology -- Evaluation and management of quality -- Preparation for market -- Packaging -- Commodity storage recommendations -- Glossary of botanical names -- Further reading -- Index.

Summary: Effective postharvest handling is critical in maintaining the quality and freshness of crops from the time when they are harvested to when they are sold to the consumer. Presented in a new larger format with an expanded color section, this broad-based introductory level textbook covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the inevitable deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging, transport, temperature management and the control of pests and diseases. The 5th edition is updated with current industry developments and practices.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Reference Books	Main Library Reference	Reference	634.046 POS (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		011399

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Included Index

Introduction --
Structure and composition --
Physiology and biochemistry --
Effects of temperature --
Water loss and humidity --
Storage atmosphere --
Technology of storage --
Physiological disorders --
Pathology --
Evaluation and management of quality --
Preparation for market --
Packaging --
Commodity storage recommendations --
Glossary of botanical names --
Further reading --
Index.

Effective postharvest handling is critical in maintaining the quality and freshness of crops from the time when they are harvested to when they are sold to the consumer. Presented in a new larger format with an expanded color section, this broad-based introductory level textbook covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the inevitable deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging, transport, temperature management and the control of pests and diseases. The 5th edition is updated with current industry developments and practices.

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