Dill
Recommended
Conventional cooling
Dynamic Cooling
Pre-cooling
De-greening
Ripening
General Tips for Dill
| Storage temperature | Relative Humidity (RH) | Duration | Pre-cooling | Sensitivity to ethylene | Ethylene Production | Controlled Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Storage temperature:
0° C
|
Relative Humidity (RH):
90%-95%
|
Duration:
2-3 weeks
|
Pre-cooling:
Air cooling
|
Sensitivity to ethylene:
High
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Ethylene Production:
Very low
|
Controlled Atmosphere:
Not recommended
|
Dynamic Low-Pressure Pre-Cooling (Wet Bulb Type): Specialized pre-cooling systems ideal for unpackaged herbs immediately after harvest. They regulate humidity and reduce atmospheric pressure, ensuring a rapid and uniform temperature drop. |
Natural Airflow Cold Room with Mist Atmosphere: Advanced storage chamber combining gentle natural air circulation with fine mist humidification — ideal for sensitive products that require high humidity and minimal airspeed. |
Low-Airflow Cooling Chamber with Continuous Water Circulation: Designed for products requiring very high humidity and limited air circulation (less than 25 air exchanges/hour). Maintains moisture through continuous water flow, preserving product texture and freshness. |
Ethylene Removal: Recommended installation of ethylene absorption systems to prevent yellowing and decay. |
Ozone Treatment: Use of ozone generators helps control microbial and fungal contamination. |
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP): Use of MAP bags is strongly recommended — they significantly extend shelf life and maintain product quality. |
- Store dill in low layers, not exceeding 1/5 of the cold room height, to allow even air distribution.
- For small harvest volumes, place bunches upright in buckets of chlorinated cold water, keeping stems submerged.
- Maintain high CO₂ levels within safe limits to prolong storage life.
- Avoid high air velocities — dill is highly sensitive to dehydration and mechanical damage.