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Modified atmosphere (MA) and controlled atmosphere (CA)
technologies have great potential in a wide range of applications.
The increasingly global nature of food production and the increased
emphasis on reducing chemical preservatives and pesticides have put
the spotlight on these centuries-old technologies. Yet until now,
there have been very few current resources available, and none have
covered all aspects. Provides extensive background on the theory
and application of modified and controlled atmospheres Written by
top international experts in research and industry, Modified and
Controlled Atmospheres for the Storage, Transportation, and
Packaging of Horticultural Commodities explores the science and
application of the modified atmosphere (MA) and the controlled
atmosphere (CA). It covers all technological applications,
including storage, transport, and packaging for all fruits,
vegetables, and ornamentals of temperate, subtropical, and tropical
origin. Tracing the historical developments of these technologies,
it provides information on the ideal conditions to be used for many
horticultural commodities. It also outlines the effects of MA and
CA on the physiology and biochemistry of these commodities as well
as on their flavor and quality. Providing the most comprehensive
resource on all basic and applied aspects of these technologies,
the text also reviews the vast amount of literature already written
on this topic. This extensive work captures, for the first time,
the entire subject of MA and CA, presenting a complete review of
the technological aspects of this important development in food
safety and preservation.
Modified atmosphere (MA) and controlled atmosphere (CA)
technologies have great potential in a wide range of applications.
The increasingly global nature of food production and the increased
emphasis on reducing chemical preservatives and pesticides have put
the spotlight on these centuries-old technologies. Yet until now,
there have been very few current resources available, and none have
covered all aspects. Provides extensive background on the theory
and application of modified and controlled atmospheres Written by
top international experts in research and industry, Modified and
Controlled Atmospheres for the Storage, Transportation, and
Packaging of Horticultural Commodities explores the science and
application of the modified atmosphere (MA) and the controlled
atmosphere (CA). It covers all technological applications,
including storage, transport, and packaging for all fruits,
vegetables, and ornamentals of temperate, subtropical, and tropical
origin. Tracing the historical developments of these technologies,
it provides information on the ideal conditions to be used for many
horticultural commodities. It also outlines the effects of MA and
CA on the physiology and biochemistry of these commodities as well
as on their flavor and quality. Providing the most comprehensive
resource on all basic and applied aspects of these technologies,
the text also reviews the vast amount of literature already written
on this topic. This extensive work captures, for the first time,
the entire subject of MA and CA, presenting a complete review of
the technological aspects of this important development in food
safety and preservation.
Tropical and subtropical fruits are popular products, but are often
highly perishable and need to be transported long distances for
sale. The four volumes of Postharvest biology and technology of
tropical fruits review essential aspects of postharvest biology,
postharvest technologies, handling and processing technologies for
both well-known and lesser-known fruits. Volume 1 contains chapters
on general topics and issues, while Volumes 2, 3 and 4 contain
chapters focused on individual fruits, organised alphabetically.
Volume 1 provides an overview of key factors associated with the
postharvest quality of tropical and subtropical fruits. Two
introductory chapters cover the economic importance of these crops
and their nutritional benefits. Chapters reviewing the postharvest
biology of tropical and subtropical fruits and the impact of
preharvest conditions, harvest circumstances and postharvest
technologies on quality follow. Further authors review
microbiological safety, the control of decay and quarantine pests
and the role of biotechnology in the improvement of produce of this
type. Two chapters on the processing of tropical and subtropical
fruit complete the volume.
With its distinguished editor and international team of
contributors, Volume 1 of Postharvest biology and technology of
tropical and subtropical fruits, along with the other volumes in
the collection, will be an essential reference both for
professionals involved in the postharvest handling and processing
of tropical and subtropical fruits and for academics and
researchers working in the area.
Along with the other volumes in the collection, Volume 1 is an
essential reference for professionals involved in the postharvest
handling and processing of tropical and subtropical fruits and for
academics and researchers working in the areaFocuses on fundamental
issues of fruit physiology, quality, safety and handling relevant
to all those in the tropical and subtropical fruits supply
chainChapters include nutritional and health benefits, preharvest
factors, food safety, and biotechnology and molecular biology
While products such as bananas, pineapples, kiwifruit and citrus
have long been available to consumers in temperate zones, new
fruits such as lychee, longan, carambola, and mangosteen are now
also entering the market. Confirmation of the health benefits of
tropical and subtropical fruit may also promote consumption
further. Tropical and subtropical fruits are particularly
vulnerable to postharvest losses, and are also transported long
distances for sale. Therefore maximising their quality postharvest
is essential and there have been many recent advances in this area.
Many tropical fruits are processed further into purees, juices and
other value-added products, so quality optimisation of processed
products is also important. The books cover current
state-of-the-art and emerging post-harvest and processing
technologies. Volume 1 contains chapters on particular production
stages and issues, whereas Volumes 2, 3 and 4 contain chapters
focused on particular fruit.
Chapters in Volume 4 review the factors affecting the quality of
different tropical and subtropical fruits from mangosteen to white
sapote. Important issues relevant to each product are discussed,
including means of maintaining quality and minimising losses
postharvest, recommended storage and transport conditions and
processing methods, among other topics.
With its distinguished editor and international team of
contributors, Volume 4 of Postharvest biology and technology of
tropical and subtropical fruits, along with the other volumes in
the collection, are essential references both for professionals
involved in the postharvest handling and processing of tropical and
subtropical fruits and for academics and researchers working in the
area.
Along with the other volumes in the collection, Volume 4 is an
essential reference for professionals involved in the postharvest
handling and processing of tropical and subtropical fruits and for
academics and researchers working in the areaReviews factors
affecting the quality of different tropical and subtropical fruits,
concentrating on postharvest biology and technologyImportant issues
relevant to each particular fruit are discussed, such as
postharvest physiology, preharvest factors affecting postharvest
quality and pests and diseases
Postharvest Technology of Perishable Horticultural Commodities
describes all the postharvest techniques and technologies available
to handle perishable horticultural food commodities. It includes
basic concepts and important new advances in the subject. Adopting
a thematic style, chapters are organized by type of treatment, with
sections devoted to postharvest risk factors and their
amelioration. Written by experts from around the world, the book
provides core insights into identifying and utilizing appropriate
postharvest options for maximum results.
Postharvest Physiology and Biochemistry of Fruits and Vegetables
presents an updated, interrelated and sequenced view of the
contribution of fruits and vegetables on human health, their
aspects of plant metabolism, physical and chemical/compositional
changes during the entire fruit development lifecycle, the
physiological disorders and biochemical effects of
modified/controlled atmospheres, and the biotechnology of
horticultural crops. The book is written specifically for those
interested in preharvest and postharvest crop science and the
impact of physiological and biochemical changes on their roles as
functional foods.
This specially curated collection features five reviews of current
and key research on fruit losses and waste. The first chapter
reviews the magnitude of losses and waste of fruit and vegetables
as well as key issues in estimating losses. It provides a detailed
assessment of the main causes of losses and waste together with
strategies for their prevention. The second chapter assesses the
adoption of new, non-destructive technologies as a way of measuring
harvest maturity and improving sorting operations to minimise the
risk of product loss and waste. The third chapter outlines the
importance of harvest management of apples and considers the
importance of various factors associated with fruit physiology,
maturation and ripening to reduce losses. The fourth chapter
reviews existing research in the preservation of fruit quality and
reduction of post-harvest damage and loss by adopting suitable
technologies and knowledge during post-harvest operation, storage
management, transportation and marketing of mango fruit. The final
chapter explores the advantages and disadvantages of cultivating
ripening-impaired tomato mutants. It describes how controlling
tomato diseases in both pre- and postharvest operations can help
avoid fruit losses.
'We at Too Good To Go, found the research presented immensely
insightful as we continue to build awareness raising campaigns with
the aim of changing behaviours.' Too Good To Go This book provides
a comprehensive review of the causes and prevention of food losses
and waste (FLW) at key steps in the supply chain. The book begins
by defining what is meant by food losses and waste and then
assessing current research on its economic, environmental and
nutritional impact. It then reviews what we know about causes and
prevention of FLW at different stages in the supply chain, from
cultivation, harvesting and storage, through processing and
distribution to retail and consumer use. The third part of the book
looks at FLW for particular commodities, including cereals and
grains, fresh fruit and vegetables, roots and tubers, oilseeds and
tubers, meat and dairy products, and fish and seafood products. The
final section in the book reviews the effectiveness of campaigns to
reduce FLW in regions such as North and Latin America, Asia and the
Pacific, the Middle East and, sub-Saharan Africa.
This collection reviews current advances in the breeding and
cultivation of key tropical and subtropical fruits. Chapters
summarise key advances across the value chain for citrus fruit
cultivation, including citrus genetics, nutrition and other aspects
of cultivation, the use of precision agriculture and developments
in integrated pest management (IPM). Two case studies on limes and
mandarins highlight the range of improvements in cultivation. The
book also summarises recent developments in breeding and
cultivation techniques for a range of soft tropical fruits,
including banana, kiwifruit, lychee, papaya, pineapple and
pomegranate. The final part of the book covers developments in
breeding and cultivation techniques for a range of stone and other
tropical fruit, including avocado, coconut, guava, jackfruit,
mangos and olives.
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