Use of plastics in postharvest technology of fruits and vegetables: a review.

Author(s) : ROY S. K., PAL R. K.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Based on bibliographic data, the different applications of plastics to transport, packaging and storage of fruit and vegetables are described. Indirect effect of plastics in the production of modified atmosphere, ripening, deterioration and quality of raw, dehydrated and quick-frozen fruit and vegetables. Food-packaging interactions are described.

Details

  • Original title: Use of plastics in postharvest technology of fruits and vegetables: a review.
  • Record ID : 1994-3544
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Indian Food Packer - vol. 47 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 1993
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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