Cold storage of fruit & vegetables
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Shelf life
The shelf life of the produce will not be as long as fresh produce but if the above
recommendations are followed, the reduction in shelf life can be as little as 10%.
References and further reading
Refrigeration for developing countries, Practical Action Technical Brief
Evaporative Cooling, Practical Action Technical Brief
Cold Storage Design & Operation: Some Practical Suggestions, Cooper, Food and Agriculture
Organization of the United Nations, 1973
Fruit and Vegetable Processing: FAO Agricultural Services Bulletin 119, Food and Agriculture
Organization of the United Nations, 1995
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