This 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
Countrieswork covers the entire range of fruit handling, from transportation and
packaging to quality assessment and commercial preparation.
In presenting a fully