Wills, Ron

Post Harvest : An Introduction to the Physiology and Handling of Fruit, Vegetables and Ornamentals / Ron Wills...[et al.] - Sydney : Wallingford : UNSW Press ; Cab International, 2007. - x, 227 p., [12] leaves of plates : ill. ; 22 cm.

Previous ed.: 1998.

Includes bibliographical references and 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.

9781845932275


Fruit--Postharvest physiology.
Vegetables--Postharvest physiology.
Plants, Ornamental--Postharvest physiology.

635.046 / WIP