Postharvest Management of Fresh Produce 1st Edition

Capture the full value of harvests with Postharvest Management of Fresh Produce, 1st Edition by Bhim Pratap Singh, Shekhar Agnihotri, Garima Singh, and Vijai Kumar Gupta. This authoritative guide speaks directly to professionals, students, and growers seeking practical, science-backed strategies to reduce losses and improve quality from farm to market.

Discover clear, region-sensitive guidance on handling perishable fruits, vegetables, and flowers — with particular relevance for India, South Asia, and other tropical/subtropical regions where postharvest challenges are acute. The book blends physiological principles with applied techniques: harvesting timing, sorting and grading, cooling and cold chain logistics, storage technologies, packaging innovations, quality assessment, and food-safety measures designed to extend shelf life and boost marketability.

Packed with actionable recommendations, this edition helps agronomists, extension officers, packhouse managers, exporters, and smallholder farmers implement cost-effective solutions to cut postharvest losses and enhance returns. Realistic examples and best-practice protocols make complex concepts accessible, while emphasis on practical implementation ensures immediate impact in the field, markets, and supply chains.

Whether you manage a commercial packhouse or support rural value chains, this book equips you with the knowledge to improve product quality, reduce waste, and increase profitability. Add Postharvest Management of Fresh Produce to your library today and take a decisive step toward safer, more efficient, and more profitable produce handling across the region.

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