Postharvest Decay of Peaches as Affected by Hot-Water Treatments, Cooling Methods, and Sanitation

Excerpt from the report: This report will show the relation of unsanitary procedures, especially during hydrocooling, to market decays of peaches and show how such contamination can be avoided. Information is also given on peach temperatures during heating and cooling and on the commercial application of heat treatment to peaches

Precooling and Shipping Louisiana Strawberries

Excerpt from the report Summary: Methods used in precooling and shipping Louisiana strawberries were studied in 26 tests on precooling and 26 on shipping (17 by rail and 9 by truck). In addition, tests were conducted in cooperation with Louisiana State University on experimental fiberboard containers, and on the performance of fans for precooling the berries in the car before shipment. The research was undertaken to determine how effective improved express cars and trucks can refrigerate strawberries in transit, and the amount of precooling in vehicles that is necessary before shipment begins. The study is a part of a broad program of research aimed at expanding the market for farm products

Harvesting, Handling, and Transportation of Citrus Fruits: A Digest of Information on the Subject Published Mostly from 1938 to 1948

Excerpt from the report: This digest is a report of a study made under the Research and Marketing Act of 1946. It is the second in a series intended to cover the biology and physical handling of important horticultural crops during the marketing period. Sections are included on chemical composition, food value, and antiseptics

Heater test with apples : Wenatchee, Washington to Chicago, Illinois, February 1949 /

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