date:Sep 14, 2012
PH losses in vegetables and fruits is a key area of concern. But the magnitude of pH losses can be minimised by proper cultural operations, harvesting, transportation and storage facilities.
As far as storage is concerned, through the establishment of cold storage and related amenities at the growers' and retailers' level, there is likely to be greater scope for fruit and vegetable processing industry. In this regard, presently, mango, pineapple, citrus, grapes, tomatoes, peas, potatoes, and cu