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Brussels Sprouts

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Conventional cooling

Dynamic Cooling

Pre-cooling

De-greening

Ripening

General Tips for Brussels Sprouts

Storage temperatureRelative Humidity (RH)DurationPre-coolingSensitivity to ethyleneEthylene ProductionControlled Atmosphere
Storage temperature: 0° – 0,3° C
Relative Humidity (RH): 93%-96%
Duration: 1-2 months
Pre-cooling: Air cooling
Sensitivity to ethylene: High
Ethylene Production: Low
Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended

Dynamic Pre-Cooling (Low-Pressure / Wet-Bulb Chambers): Specialized systems designed for unpackaged Brussels sprouts immediately after harvest. These units regulate humidity and create low-pressure conditions that ensure rapid temperature reduction.

Dynamic Pre-Cooling (High-Suction Capacity Chambers): Precisely engineered for optimal air velocity and absorption time, achieving uniform cooling throughout the entire product mass.

Dynamic Cooling: Maintains stable and ideal storage parameters across multiple control points in the chamber 24/7, extending storage life by 15%–20% beyond standard limits.

Low-Airflow Cold Room with Continuous Water Circulation: A highly specialized solution for products requiring high humidity and minimal air movement (<25 air exchanges/hour). Constant water flow sustains humidity and prevents dehydration.

IMPORTANT TIPS
  • Dynamic Cooling is essential for maintaining the quality and freshness of Brussels sprouts during long-term storage.
  • Pre-cool quickly in Dynamic Pre-Coolers with high suction capacity, and maintain a consistent cold chain during all logistics stages.
  • Remove ethylene through ventilation or with ethylene absorbers.
  • Control CO₂ concentration: medium levels help delay yellowing, minimize leaf degradation, and significantly suppress ethylene production.
  • Avoid co-storage with ethylene-producing commodities (e.g., apples, pears, or tomatoes).