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Walnuts

Recommended

Conventional cooling

Dynamic Cooling

Pre-cooling

De-greening

Ripening

General Tips for Walnuts

Storage temperatureRelative Humidity (RH)DurationPre-coolingSensitivity to ethyleneEthylene ProductionControlled Atmosphere
Storage temperature: 0° C
Relative Humidity (RH): 55%-70%
Duration: 8 – 12 months
Pre-cooling: Not required
Sensitivity to ethylene: None
Ethylene Production: Very low
Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended

Storage temperature is recommended at 0 °C.

Dehumidification: The system must allow absolute control of the lowest required humidity level.

Storage Duration: Suggested period is 8 to 12 months.

Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended — it is uneconomical for small volumes and offers few benefits relative to the total storage time.

Ozone: It is advised to install equipment providing the necessary ozone amount to manage microbial load.

Air Recirculation: A dedicated study and installation of an air-recirculation system for the chamber are required, using inverter-type fans digitally controlled for full 24-hour coverage.

IMPORTANT TIPS
  • Dehumidification must allow for precise low humidity settings.
  • Continuous air recirculation in the chamber with full 24-h coverage.
  • High levels of carbon dioxide (CO₂) support long-term preservation.
  • Ensure proper drying of the walnuts before storage.
  • Disinfect cold-storage chambers before use.
  • Pay special attention to external odours.