Belgian Endives
Recommended
Conventional cooling
Dynamic Cooling
Pre-cooling
De-greening
Ripening
General Tips for Belgian Endives
| Storage temperature | Relative Humidity (RH) | Duration | Pre-cooling | Sensitivity to ethylene | Ethylene Production | Controlled Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Storage temperature:
2° - 3° C
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Relative Humidity (RH):
95%-98%
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Duration:
3-5 weeks
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Pre-cooling:
Vacuum cooling or air cooling
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Sensitivity to ethylene:
Medium
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Ethylene Production:
Very low
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Controlled Atmosphere:
Not recommended
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Low-Pressure Pre-Cooling Chambers (Wet Bulb Type): Specialized systems ideal for unpackaged vegetables immediately after harvest. They control humidity and create low atmospheric pressure, enabling rapid temperature drop and uniform cooling. |
Dynamic Pre-Cooling (High Suction Capacity Chambers): Designed for sensitive products, ensuring even cooling to the product’s core through precise control of air speed and temperature absorption. Recommended especially for packaged produce. |
Dynamic Cooling: Multi-point digital control ensures ideal and consistent storage parameters across the entire chamber volume 24/7. Dynamic Cooling extends storage life by 15%–20% compared to standard systems. |
Natural Airflow Cold Room with Mist Atmosphere: A highly specialized storage solution combining gentle natural air circulation with fine mist humidification — ideal for delicate products requiring high humidity and low air velocity. |
- Dynamic Cooling is essential for preserving quality and extending storage life.
- Pre-cool within one hour of harvest using dynamic pre-cooling systems of high suction capacity.
- Remove ethylene using specialized absorbers to prevent discoloration or premature yellowing.
- Install ozone generators to combat microbial and fungal growth.
- Maintain the cold chain during all handling and transport phases.
- Protect the product from sunlight, as exposure accelerates quality degradation and color loss.