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
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.
This book covers various method of extending the postharvest life of fruits and vegetables viz, storage, packaging, canning, chemical & low temperatures preservation, irradiation, fermentation & waste management.
The present book has been written in two parts. First part covers all the practices for post harvest handling of fresh fruits and vegetables while the second part covers processing of fruits and vegetables. It is hoped that the information provided in this book would sere as knowledge pool and help researchers, growers, processors, entrepreneurs, students of horticulture and food technology disciplines and all those involved in research and development in post-harvest management and value addition of fruits and vegetables.
Section-1: Postharvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables 1. Introduction V.K. Joshi 2. Postharvest Management of Fruits and Vegetables V.K. Joshi and Ghan Shyam 3. Harvest Indices, Maturity and Post-harvest Quality of Fruits and Vegetables K.S. Thakur and Satish Kumar 4. Recent Trends in Harvesting, Grading and Packaging of Fruits and Vegetables B.V.C. Mahajan and Swati Kapoor 5. Postharvest Handling and Storage of Fruits and Vegetables K.S. Thakur and Satish Kumar 6. Storage Systems for Fruits and Vegetables: A Practical Approach B.V.C. Mahajan and Swati Kapoor 7. Postharvest Management and Value Addition of Vegetables Manisha Kaushal and Anil Gupta Section-2 : Preservation and Processing Technology 8. Fruits and Vegetables Preservation and Processing: An Overview V.K. Joshi and Sarita Sharma 9. Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables Pushpinder S. Ranote and Swati Kapoor 10. Thermal Processing: Preservation by Application of Heat P.C. Sharma and Anil Gupta 11. Recent Advances in Drying and Dehydration of Fruits and Vegetables Devina Vaidya, Ghanshyam Abrol and Vigya Mishra 12. Concentration of Fruit and Vegetable Juices: Concepts and Trends S.K. Sharma and Deepa Saini 13. Technology for the Production of Preserves, Candies Leathers and Toffee Surekha Attri, Satish Kumar and Preethi Ramachandran 14. Development of Technology for Drying of Chilgoza Nut N.S. Thakur and Somesh Sharma 15. Development of Value Added Products from Wild Pomegranate N.S. Thakur and Abhimanyu Thakur 16. Minimal Processing of Fruits and Vegetables Anju K. Dhiman, Surekha Attri and Preethi Ramachandran 17. Mushroom Processing and Value Addition Devina Vaidya and Surabhi Sharma 18. Emerging Technologies in Food Processing Pushpinder S. Ranote, Swati Kapoor, Jaspreet Kaur Sukhpreet Kaur and Hanuman Bobade Section-3 : Production of Health Foods 19. Low Calorie Health Foods and Nutraceuticals from Fruits and Vegetables Rakesh Sharma 20. Lactic Acid Fermentation of Food: Biopreservation Health Benefits and Bacteriocins V.K. Joshi, Somesh Sharma, Arjun Chauhan, Vikas Kumar and Sarita Sharma 21. Pre and Probiotic Foods with Special Reference to Fruits and Vegetables: Health Benefits and Market Potential Vandana Bali and Parmjit S. Panesar Section-4 : Fermented Foods 22. Traditional Fermented Foods: Present Status and Future Strategies Tek Chand Bhalla, Savitri, Monika and Navdeep Thakur 23. Fermentation in Food Preservation S.K. Sharma, V.K. Joshi, and Deepa Saini 24. Technological Interventions in Vegetable Fermentation Somesh Sharma and Surabhi Sharma 25. Importance, Nutritive Value, Role, Present Status and Future Strategies in Fruit Wines in India V.K. Joshi and Vikas Chopra 26. Wine Preparation Technology V.K. Joshi 27. Utilization of Wild Fruits for Wine and Brandy Production V.K. Joshi and Manisha Kaushal 28. New Approaches and Future Strategies in Oenology An Overview V.K. Joshi and Naveen Kumar Section-5 : Waste Utilization of Fruits and Vegetables 29. Value Added Products from Fruit and Vegetable Waste S.K. Sharma and Deepa Saini 30. Production of Value Added Products by Solid State Fermentation of Apple Pomace V.K. Joshi and Devender Attri 31. Technological Interventions for Extraction and Value Addition of Kernel Oils from Stone Fruit P.C. Sharma, Anil Gupta and Anil K. Verma Section-6 : Production of Additives 32. Developments in Food Additives in Fruit and Vegetable Products Anju K. Dhiman, Surekha Attri and Preethi Ramachandran 33. Enzymes in Fruits and Vegetables Processing Tek Chand Bhalla, Savitri, Sheetal and Navdeep Thakur 34. Production of Biocolours V.K. Joshi and Sangeeta Sharma 35. Microbial Production of Natural Flavours Ranjeeta Bhari and R.S. Singh 36. Biotechnological Interventions in Fruit and Vegetable Processing Shubhneet Kaur and Parmjit S. Panesar 37. Bioplastics in Food Packaging Satish Kumar, K.S. Thakur and V.K. Joshi Section-7: Quality, Safety and Marketing of Fruit and Vegetable Products 38. Sensory Evaluation of Food V.K. Joshi 39. Flavour in Sensory Science: Role, Chemistry, Interactions, Profiling, Electronic Nose and its Applications in Food V.K. Joshi and Mutum Preema Devi 40. Non-Destructive Methods of Quality Evaluation in Fruits and Vegetables Neerja Rana and Arti Ghabru 41. Toxins and Anti-Nutritional Factors in Food Processing Nivedita Sharma 42. Marketing Strategies for Processed Products Manoj Kumar Vaidya Section-8: Practical’s 43. Preparation of Ready-to-Serve (RTS) Drink and Squash from Fruits Rakesh Sharma 44. Preparation of Mushroom Products Devina Vaidya 45. Processing of Papaya Chutney and Apple and Plum Toffee Surekha Attri 46. Minimum Processing of Vegetable Anju Dhiman 47. Extraction of Oil from Stone Fruits P.C. Sharma, Anil Gupta and Anil K. Verma 48. Evaluation of Fruit Wines V.K. Joshi
Preharvest Modulation of Postharvest Fruit and Vegetable Quality is the first book to focus on the potential yield quality, quantity and safety benefits of intervention during growth. Of the many factors responsible for overall quality of produce, about 70 percent comes from pre-harvest conditions. Written by an international team of experts, this book presents the key opportunities and challenges of pre-harvest interventions. From selecting the most appropriate growing scenario, to treating plants during the maturation process, to evaluating for quality factors to determine appropriate interventions, this book provides an integrated look at maximizing crop yield through preventative means. In fact, with the very best of postharvest knowledge and technologies available, the best that can be achieved is a reduction in the rate at which products deteriorate as they progress through their normal developmental pattern of maturation, ripening and senescence. Therefore, it is very important to understand what pre-harvest factors influence the many important harvest quality attributes that affect the rate of postharvest deterioration and, subsequently, the consumers’ decision to purchase the product in the marketplace. Presents the important pre-harvest factors that influence harvest quality Includes up-to-date information on pre-harvest factors that modulate post-harvest biology Identifies potential methodologies and technologies to enhance pre-harvest interventions
Postharvest Handling, Third Edition takes a global perspective in offering a system of measuring, monitoring, and managing produce processing to improve food quality, minimize food waste, reduce risks and uncertainties, and maximize time and resources. This unique resource provides an overview of the postharvest system and its role in the food value chain, and offers essential tools to monitor and control the handling process. It shows how to predict and combat unexpected events (e.g., spoilage), and manage the food quality and safety within a facility. Proven research methods and applications from various viewpoints are available to help you maintain high-quality produce and achieve the highest yields possible. The book also explores current challenges—including oversupply, waste, food safety, lack of resources, sustainability—and best practices for production to thrive in spite of these challenges. Presents current research methods and applications in temperature control and heat treatments to help minimize moisture content, to prevent spoilage and mold, and more Addresses challenges of traceability and sustainability Presents testing and measurement techniques and applications Provides technological tools to create crop value and improve both food safety and food quality
Advances in Postharvest Fruit and Vegetable Technology examines how changes in community attitudes and associated pressures on industry are demanding changes in the way technology is used to minimize postharvest loss and maintain product quality. In particular, the book discusses important drivers for change, including: Using more natural chemicals or physical treatments to replace synthetic chemicals Increasing the efficiency of older, more traditional methods in combination with newer biocontrol treatments Leveraging a range of biomolecular research tools or "omics" to efficiently gather and assess mass information at molecular, enzymic, and genetic levels Using modelling systems to identify key changes and control points for better targeting of new treatments and solutions to postharvest problems The postharvest handling of fresh fruits and vegetables plays a critical role in facilitating a continuous supply of high-quality fresh produce to the consumer. Many new technologies developed and refined in recent years continue to make possible an ever-expanding supply of fresh products. This volume examines a range of recently developed technologies and systems that will help the horticulture industry to become more environmentally sustainable and economically competitive, and to minimize postharvest quality loss and generate products that are appealing and acceptable to consumers.
