Handbook Of Post Harvest Technology

The Handbook of Postharvest Technology presents methods in the manufacture and supply of grains, fruits, vegetables, and spices. It details the physiology, structure, composition, and characteristics of grains and crops. The text covers postharvest technology through processing, handling, drying and milling to storage, packaging, and distribution. Additionally, it examines cooling and preservation techniques used to maintain the quality and the decrease spoilage and withering of agricultural products.

A Handbook on Post Harvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables deals with the scientific approach to post harvest management of fresh fruits and vegetables with the intention to minimize the post harvest losses. It is a compilation of informations on various aspects of post harvest technology in to a simple handbook. Separate chapters on the importance of harvesting indices of various fruits and vegetables, methods of harvesting, importance of washing and various techniques and types of machines used for washing are coverd in the earlier chapters with tables and pictures. Importance of packing fresh fruits and vegetables, its comparative merits and demerits of each material, pre-treatments of fruits and vegetables, different storage techniques and hazards during transportation are covered in the later chapters. This is a brief and valid handbook highly suitable for the students and research workers in the field of Horticulture, Agriculture and Food Science and Technology who are doing post harvest aspect of fruit and vegetables and also those who are engaged in fresh fruits and vegetable handling, packaging marketing. Contents Chapter 1: Introduction; Chapter 2: Harvesting; Chapter 3: Washing; Chapter 4: Sorting and Grading; Chapter 5: Pre-treatments; Chapter 6: Packaging; Chapter 7: Storage; Chapter 8: Transportation

"A Handbook on Post Harvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables" deals with the scientific approach to post harvest management of fresh fruits and vegetables with the intention to minimize the post harvest losses. It is a compilation of informations on various aspects of post harvest technology in to a simple handbook. Separate chapters on the importance of harvesting indices of various fruits and vegetables, methods of harvesting, importance of washing and various techniques and types of machines used for washing are coverd in the earlier chapters with tables and pictures. Importance of packing fresh fruits and vegetables, its comparative merits and demerits of each material, pre-treatments of fruits and vegetables, different storage techniques and hazards during transportation are covered in the later chapters. This is a brief and valid handbook highly suitable for the students and research workers in the field of Horticulture, Agriculture and Food Science and Technology who are doing post harvest aspect of fruit and vegetables and also those who are engaged in fresh fruits and vegetable handling, packaging and marketing.

Written by noted experts in the field, Handbook of Mango Fruit: Production, Postharvest Science, Processing Technology and Nutrition offers a comprehensive resource regarding the production, trade, and consumption of this popular tropical fruit. The authors review the geographic areas where the fruit is grown and harvested, including information on the ever-expanding global marketplace that highlights United States production, imports and exports, and consumption, as well as data on the outlook for the European market. Handbook of Mango Fruit outlines the postharvest handling and packaging techniques and reviews the fruit’s processed products and byproducts that are gleaned from the processing of waste. The authors include information on the nutritional profile of the mango and review the food safety considerations for processing and transport of mangoes. This comprehensive resource: Reviews global mango production trends and countries that are the major exporters and importers of mangoes Explores the burgeoning marketplace for mangoes with special emphasis on the US and European marketplace Assesses latest trends in packaging of and shipping of mangoes Provides in depth coverage on value-added processing and by-products utilization Offers vital information on the innovative processing technologies and nutritional profile of popular tropical fruit Written for anyone involved in the production, marketing, postharvest handling, processing and by-products of mangoes, Handbook of Mango Fruit is a vital resource offering the most current information and guidelines on the burgeoning marketplace as well as the safe handling, production, and distribution of mangoes.

A comprehensive guide that covers the banana's full value chain — from production to consumption The banana is the world's fourth major fruit crop. Offering a unique and in-depth overview of the fruit's entire value chain, this important new handbook charts its progression from production through to harvest, postharvest, processing, and consumption. The most up-to-date data and best practices are drawn together to present guidelines on innovative storage, processing, and packaging technologies, while fresh approaches to quality management and the value-added utilization of banana byproducts are also explained. Additionally, the book examines the banana's physiology, nutritional significance, and potential diseases and pests. The book also Edited by noted experts in the field of food science, this essential text: Provides a new examination of the world's fourth major fruit crop Covers the fruit's entire value chain Offers dedicated chapters on bioactive and phytochemical compounds found in bananas and the potential of processing byproducts Gives insight into bananas' antioxidant content and other nutritional properties Identifies and explains present and possible effects of bioactive and phytochemical compounds Handbook of Banana Production, Postharvest Science, Processing Technology, and Nutrition offers the most far-reaching overview of the banana currently available. It will be of great benefit to food industry professionals specializing in fruit processing, packaging, and manufacturing banana-based products. The book is also an excellent resource for those studying or researching food technology, food science, food engineering, food packaging, applied nutrition, biotechnology, and more.

The urgent need for sustainability within the food producing industries and agriculture has turned the interest of research to investigate new non-thermal technologies, nanotechnologies and other practices in postharvest treatment of crops and fruits. Subsequently, there is a need for a new guide covering the latest developments in this particular direction. Food Losses, Sustainable Postharvest and Food Technology provides solutions to postharvest treatment technologies. It explores modern non-thermal technologies, focusing on postharvest losses and quality of fresh-cut products. In addition, it discusses the implications for postharvest technology research, policies and practices. It also focuses on the most recent advances in the field, while it explores the potentiality and sustainability of already commercialized processes and products. Aimed at professionals working in the food industry and agriculture, it could also be utilized as a handbook for anyone dealing with sustainability issues of food production in spite of postharvest treatment. Thoroughly explores modern non-thermal technologies in postharvest treatment Discusses the implications for postharvest technology research, policies and practices Analyzes the potentiality and sustainability of already commercialized processes and products

Consideration of the interactions between decisions made at one point in the supply chain and its effects on the subsequent stages is the core concept of a systems approach. Postharvest Handling is unique in its application of this systems approach to the handling of fruits and vegetables, exploring multiple aspects of this important process through chapters written by experts from a variety of backgrounds. Newly updated and revised, this second edition includes coverage of the logistics of fresh produce from multiple perspectives, postharvest handing under varying weather conditions, quality control, changes in consumer eating habits and other factors key to successful postharvest handling. The ideal book for understanding the economic as well as physical impacts of postharvest handling decisions. Key Features: *Features contributions from leading experts providing a variety of perspectives *Updated with 12 new chapters *Focuses on application-based information for practical implementation *System approach is unique in the handling of fruits and vegetables