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Sweet Peppers

Recommended

Conventional cooling

Dynamic Cooling

Pre-cooling

De-greening

Ripening

General Tips for Sweet Peppers

Storage temperatureRelative Humidity (RH)DurationPre-coolingSensitivity to ethyleneEthylene ProductionControlled Atmosphere
Storage temperature: 8° – 10° C
Relative Humidity (RH): 90%-92%
Duration: 4-6 weeks
Pre-cooling: Air cooling
Sensitivity to ethylene: High
Ethylene Production: Very low
Controlled Atmosphere: Not recommended

Dynamic Pre-Cooling (High-Suction Capacity Chambers): Ensures uniform temperature absorption and consistent air distribution throughout the product mass, even in packaged produce.

Dynamic Cooling: Continuously regulates storage conditions across the entire chamber 24/7, ensuring ideal stability. Extends storage life by 15–20% beyond standard conditions.

Enhanced Cold Room: Flexible configuration that allows existing storage chambers to perform light pre-cooling before switching to storage mode.

Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP): Recommended use of specialized packaging films that extend storage life and preserve product quality.

IMPORTANT TIPS
  • Dynamic Cooling is essential for maintaining the quality and longevity of sweet peppers.
  • Conduct rapid pre-cooling in Dynamic Pre-Cooling Chambers and maintain the cold chain during all handling and logistics stages.
  • Pre-cool in an Enhanced Cold Room, then store under stable conditions to prevent fungal and bacterial diseases.
  • Do not store below 7°C, as chilling injury may occur (manifesting as pitting or discoloration).
  • Remove ethylene using ventilation or absorption systems.
  • Install ozone generators to control fungal growth and microbial load.
  • Manage CO₂ concentration to stabilize respiration and maintain firmness.