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Citrus Fruit
Biology, Technology, and Evaluation
Provides complete technical information on the post-harvest management of all the citrus fruits
Milind Ladaniya (Author)
9780323993067, Elsevier Science
Hardback, published 25 August 2022
858 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 4.2 cm, 1.47 kg
Citrus Fruit: Biology, Technology and Evaluation, Second Edition presents a comprehensive view of these globally important crops, from cultivars to consumer acceptability. Now fully revised and updated to address the latest technologies and advancements, along with an exploration of highly current topics, including the impacts of climate and COVID-19, the book presents fresh fruit scenarios from around the globe. Sections explore the challenge of losses, background on fresh citrus cultivars production, factors that impact fruit quality, morphology, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of fruit, fruit maturity, grades, and physico-chemical characteristics before moving into aspects of post-harvest technology. From irradiation and quality control to the nutritive, medicinal and safety aspects, the book presents the wide range of factors that can impact successful citrus crop production, delivery and consumption. Intended as a resource for researchers and scientists dealing with the growth, development and distribution of citrus fruit, the book provides up-to-date coverage on global citrus fruit production and practices.
1. Introduction2. Commercial fresh citrus cultivars and producing countries3. Postharvest losses4. Pre-harvest factors affecting fruit quality and postharvest life5. Fruit morphology, anatomy and physiology6. Fruit Biochemistry7. Growth, maturity, grade standards and physico-mechanical characteristics of fruit8. Harvesting9. Preparation for fresh fruit market10. Packaging11. Storage systems and response of citrus fruits12. Transportation13. Marketing and distribution14. Irradiation15. Postharvest diseases and their management16. Alternative post-harvest disease management practices17. Physiological disorders and their management18. Post-harvest treatment for insect control19. Fruit quality control, evaluation and analysis20. Nutritive and Medicinal value of Citrus fruits21. Biotechnological applications22. World fresh citrus trade and quarantine issues23. Impact of climate change and Covid –19 pandemic on citrus fruit industry
Subject Areas: Food & beverage technology [TDCT], Biotechnology [TCB], Agriculture & related industries [KNAC]
