Postharvest : an introduction to the physiology and handling of fruit, vegetables and ornamentals (Record no. 39957)

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ISBN 9781845932275
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ISBN 1845932277
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ISBN 9780868409801
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ISBN 0868409804
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Classification number 634.046
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Personal name Wills, R.B.H. :
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Title Postharvest : an introduction to the physiology and handling of fruit, vegetables and ornamentals
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Edition statement 5th Edition.
260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT)
Place of publication Sydney, Australia :
Name of publisher UNSW Press ; Cambridge, MA : CABI North American Office,
Year of publication 2007.
300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Number of Pages x, 227 p. :
Other physical details illustrations (some color) ;
500 ## - GENERAL NOTE
General note Included Index
505 ## - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE
Formatted contents note Introduction --<br/>Structure and composition --<br/>Physiology and biochemistry --<br/>Effects of temperature --<br/>Water loss and humidity --<br/>Storage atmosphere --<br/>Technology of storage --<br/>Physiological disorders --<br/>Pathology --<br/>Evaluation and management of quality --<br/>Preparation for market --<br/>Packaging --<br/>Commodity storage recommendations --<br/>Glossary of botanical names --<br/>Further reading --<br/>Index.
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Summary, etc Effective postharvest handling is critical in maintaining the quality and freshness of crops from the time when they are harvested to when they are sold to the consumer. Presented in a new larger format with an expanded color section, this broad-based introductory level textbook covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the inevitable deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging, transport, temperature management and the control of pests and diseases. The 5th edition is updated with current industry developments and practices.
650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM
Topical Term Fruit -- Postharvest physiology.
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Topical Term Vegetables -- Postharvest physiology.
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Topical Term Plants, Ornamental -- Postharvest physiology.
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Topical Term Fruit -- Postharvest technology.
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Topical Term Vegetables -- Postharvest technology.
650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM
Topical Term Plants, Ornamental -- Postharvest technology.
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Topical Term Postharvest technology.
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Topical Term Vegetables. fruits.
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Personal name Joyce, D.C. :
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Personal name Graham, D. :
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Personal name McGlasson, W.B. :
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Koha item type Reference Books
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Collection code Home library Current library Shelving location Date acquired Source of acquisition Cost, normal purchase price Full call number Accession Number Koha item type
Reference Main Library Main Library Reference 01/01/2009 Purchased 6519.50 634.046 POS 011399 Reference Books

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