The effective cooling of food reduces the activity of microorgan- isms and enzymes, retarding deterioration. Prompt precooling of fruits and vegetables, i.e., the removal of field heat prior to shipping, processing or storage, maintains preharvest freshness and flavor.
Citation: ASHRAE Journal, vol. 48, no. 2, pp. 20-22, 24, 26, 28
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- Published:
- 2006
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- 6
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- 1 file , 410 KB
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- D-27344