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Limes

Recommended

Conventional cooling

Dynamic Cooling

Pre-cooling

De-greening

Ripening

General Tips for Limes

Storage temperatureRelative Humidity (RH)DurationPre-coolingSensitivity to ethyleneEthylene ProductionControlled Atmosphere
Storage temperature: 10 °C – 12 °C
Relative Humidity (RH): 85%-90%
Duration: 1 – 4 months
Pre-cooling: Not required
Sensitivity to ethylene: Very high
Ethylene Production: Very high
Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended

Storage Temperature: It is recommended to store at 8 °C – 10 °C for best results.

Storage Duration: The suggested period is 1.5 to 2 months under optimal conditions.

Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended due to unfavorable cost–benefit for smaller production volumes.

Ethylene Removal: An ethylene absorption unit is recommended.

Ventilation: A dedicated, digitally-controlled ventilation mechanism should be installed to manage air exchange and remove ethylene and CO₂.

IMPORTANT TIPS
  • Separate products by maturity class before storage.
  • Do not store wet produce.
  • Disinfect cold-storage chambers prior to use.
  • Remove ethylene from cold rooms to enhance shelf life.
  • For limes: de-green using 1–10 ppm ethylene at 23 °C–25 °C, 90%–95% RH for 3 days.
  • Wax or polish produce before storage to protect surface quality.