Brussels Sprouts
Recommended
Conventional cooling
Dynamic Cooling
Pre-cooling
De-greening
Ripening
General Tips for Brussels Sprouts
| Storage temperature | Relative Humidity (RH) | Duration | Pre-cooling | Sensitivity to ethylene | Ethylene Production | Controlled Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Storage temperature:
0° – 0,3° C
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Relative Humidity (RH):
93%-96%
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Duration:
1-2 months
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Pre-cooling:
Air cooling
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Sensitivity to ethylene:
High
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Ethylene Production:
Low
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Controlled Atmosphere:
Not recommended
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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. |
- 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).