Pears
Recommended
Conventional cooling
Dynamic Cooling
Pre-cooling
De-greening
Ripening
General Tips for Pears
| Storage temperature | Relative Humidity (RH) | Duration | Pre-cooling | Sensitivity to ethylene | Ethylene Production | Controlled Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Storage temperature:
0 °C to 1 °C
|
Relative Humidity (RH):
90% – 95%
|
Duration:
2 – 4 months
|
Pre-cooling:
Forced-air cooling
|
Sensitivity to ethylene:
Very high
|
Ethylene Production:
Low
|
Controlled Atmosphere:
Recommended
|
It is recommended to maintain storage temperature between 0 °C and 1 °C. |
High humidity: Choose a forced-air cooler with a minimal air–product temperature differential (ΔT). |
The recommended storage period is 2 to 4 months. |
Controlled Atmosphere: Recommended—it can effectively extend shelf life and preserve fruit quality. |
Install an ozone generator to manage microbial load and consider ethylene removal systems. |
Ensure uniform air circulation with inverter-driven fans and full 24-hour coverage of chamber air mass. |
IMPORTANT TIPS
- Rapid pre-cooling after harvest is essential to maintain quality.
- Maintain the cold chain integrity throughout all logistic phases.
- Monitor oxygen levels carefully in CA storage (e.g., 1.5%–2% O₂ and 3%–4% CO₂) to suppress ethylene and delay ripening.
- Properly disinfect cold-storage chambers before use.
- Segment products based on maturity at harvest to optimize storage outcomes.