Controlled and Modified Atmospheres for Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce

Controlled and Modified Atmosphere for Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce is the ultimate reference book of CA/MA recommendations for selected commodities. It includes the basic knowledge of physiology and technologies to the current application of recommended CA/MAP conditions for fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. For each commodity, a summary with the requirements and recommendations will be presented. The book is divided into 3 parts, each one focusing on different aspects of CA/MA. Part 1 will include fundamental topics related to the physiological and quality effects of CA and MAP for fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Part 2 will include the optimal CA/MAP conditions and recommendations for selected fresh fruits and vegetables. Part 3 encloses the optimal conditions for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Provides guidelines and recommendations of CA/MAP for the fresh produce industry Illustrates the benefits and defects caused by CA/MA in full color Brings more than 54 fruits and vegetables and their respective summary with the requirements and recommendations of CA/MA conditions Includes the optimal CA/MAP conditions and recommendations for selected fresh fruits and vegetables

• | Author: Maria Isabel Gil|Randolph M. Beaudry
• | Publisher: Academic Press
• | Publication Date: February 10, 2020
• | Number of Pages: 408 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover
• | ISBN-10: 012804599X
• | ISBN-13: 9780128045992