Post harvest treatments

Post-harvest treatments are crucial in agriculture to enhance the shelf life and quality of harvested crops. These practices aim to minimize losses, prevent spoilage, and maintain nutritional value. Common treatments include proper cleaning, sorting, and grading of produce, followed by effective storage techniques such as cold storage or controlled atmosphere storage. Additionally, the application of post-harvest technologies like irradiation, dehydration, and modified atmosphere packaging helps extend the freshness of fruits and vegetables. These practices not only ensure food safety but also contribute to reducing post-harvest losses, enabling farmers to maximize the economic value of their harvests while meeting consumer demands for high-quality, nutritious produce.