Prevention of Post-harvest Food Losses
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Published: 1985
Total Pages: 142
ISBN-13: 9789251022092
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Prevention of Post-harvest Food Losses
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13: 9789251027660
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPreventing Food Losses and Waste to Achieve Food Security and Sustainability
Author: Elhadi Yahia
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Series in Agric
Published: 2019-09-27
Total Pages: 500
ISBN-13: 9781786763006
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAround one third of all food production is lost or wasted. This book provides a comprehensive review of the causes and prevention of food losses and waste at key steps in the supply chain, for different commodities and across particular regions.
Food Losses, Sustainable Postharvest and Food Technologies
Author: Charis M. Galanakis
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 2021-05-19
Total Pages: 413
ISBN-13: 012823251X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe 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
Food Loss Prevention in Perishable Crops
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher:
Published: 1981
Total Pages: 100
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAnd recommendations -- I. Rationale and directions for reducing food losses in perishable crops -- II. Post-harvest losses in perishable crops -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Factors related to the post-harvest system -- 3. Roots and tubers -- 4. Fruits and vegetables.
Postharvest Handling
Author: Nigel H. Banks
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 2009-02-21
Total Pages: 637
ISBN-13: 0080920780
DOWNLOAD EBOOKConsideration 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
Postharvest Disinfection of Fruits and Vegetables
Author: Mohammed Wasim Siddiqui
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 2018-08-13
Total Pages: 324
ISBN-13: 012812699X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPostharvest Disinfection of Fruits and Vegetables describes available technologies to reduce microbial infection for maintaining postharvest quality and safety. The book analyzes alternative and traditional methodologies and points out the significant advantages and limitations of each technique, thus facilitating both cost and time savings. This reference is for anyone in the fresh produce industry who is involved in postharvest handling and management. It discusses, in detail, the latest disinfection approaches, low-cost treatment strategies, management and protocols to control fresh produce qualities, diseases and insect infestation. - Includes methods to reduce microbial contamination using chlorination, ozone, pulsed light, irradiation and plasma technology - Provides practical applications of recently developed, natural anti-microbial agents for eco-friendly and sustainable solutions - Explores various disinfection technologies for quality assurance and for the development of potential new technologies
The Role of Post-harvest Management in Assuring the Quality and Safety of Horticultural Produce
Author: Adel A. Kader
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 68
ISBN-13: 9789251051375
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBasic approaches to maintaining the safety and quality of horticultural produce are the same, regardless of the market to which this produce is targeted. This bulletin reviews the factors which contribute to quality and safety deterioration of horticultural produce, and describes approaches to assuring the maintenance of quality and safety throughout the post-harvest chain. Specific examples are given to illustrate the economic implications of investing in and applying proper post-harvest technologies. Criteria for the assessment of post-harvest needs, the selection of post-harvest technologies appropriate to the situation and context, and for extending appropriate levels of post-harvest information are also discussed.
Postharvest Quality Assurance of Fruits
Author: Mohammad Shamsher Ahmad
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2015-10-19
Total Pages: 279
ISBN-13: 3319211978
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book presents a comprehensive study of the handling of fresh fruits in the developing world from harvesting to the shelf. With annual losses ranging from 30-40% due to lack of knowledge on proper handling practices and value addition, this book's information on postharvest handling and quality testing is crucial for reducing these losses and improving the quality and safety of fresh fruits in these areas. With its added focus on marketing and organized retail aspects, Postharvest Quality Assurance of Fruits: Practical Approaches for Developing Countries covers the entire range of fruit handling, from transportation and packaging to quality assessment and commercial preparation. In presenting a fully comprehensive outline of the factors affecting postharvest quality and marketability of fruits, this work lays the foundation for understanding the proper storage, transportation and packaging methods to prevent losses and increase quality. With its study of prevailing marketing systems, supply chains and retail methods, the book presents the complete picture for the postharvest handling of fruits in the developing world.
Vegetables I
Author: Jaime Prohens-Tomás
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Published: 2007-12-06
Total Pages: 430
ISBN-13: 0387304436
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis major work has but one aim: to provide breeders and researchers from the public and private sectors with all the latest information on the breeding of crops of economic relevance. Also, it serves as a major reference book for post-graduate courses and PhD courses on breeding vegetable crops, as well a one-stop-shop for horticulturists and extension agents interested in current advancements in the development of new vegetable crops varieties. Each chapter incorporates the most up-to-date information on the crops examined, and an important novelty is that, in comparison to other books already published on this subject this one contains the most cutting-edge information on molecular breeding techniques.
