R35 -- Deciduous Trees and Vine Fruit - (SI)

The most obvious losses from marketing fruit crops are caused by mechanical injury, decay, and aging. Losses in moisture, vitamins, and sugars are less obvious, but they adversely affect quality and nutrition. Rough handling and holding at undesirably high or low temperatures increase loss. Loss can be substantially reduced by greater care in handling and by following recommended storage practices.

Chapter Table of Contents

Fruit Storage and Handling ConsiderationsApples
Pears
Grapes
Plums
Sweet Cherries
Peaches and Nectarines
Apricots
Berries
Strawberries
Figs
Supplements to Refrigeration

Citation: 2010 ASHRAE Handbook -- Refrigeration: Chapter 35, Deciduous Trees and Vine Fruit



Product Code(s): D-R352010SI