Book Description

Abstract: A reference for citrus fruit growers, handlers, packing-house workers, exporters, food technology students, an d citrus scientists presents a comprehensive treatise on citrus fruits that are destined for fresh markets. The 22 text chapters present authoritative reviews and guidelines prepared by experts in the various areas of citrus fruit science a nd technology. Topics include: citrus fruit anatomy, morphology, physiology, and maturation; maturity and grade standard s; the effect of production practices on fresh fruit quality; growth regulators for improving postharvest quality; the c haracteristics of fresh fruit cultivars; production trends in the US and 7 other countries; fruit harvesting techniques; product transport to packing houses; the coordination of fresh fruit and processing outlets; degreening methods; system s for separating and grading freeze-damaged fruit; machinery for packing lines and its application; postharvest fruit di seases and their control; preharvest, maturity, and postharvest related disorders; methods of washing, waxing, and addin g color to fruits; packaging materials and unitization methods; regulations concerning fruit pests; allowable pesticide tolerances; characteristics of transportation of fruits to markets; citrus fruit storage; projections for world trade in citrus fruits; and energy usage, monitoring, and control in citrus fruit packing. References cited are appended to each of the chapters, and numerous figures and tabular data are presented throughout the text.