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Agriculture · Q54

Horticulture

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 54

Q54

Rapid removal of field heat from harvested produce is called

A.
Curing
B.
Pre-cooling
Answer
C.
Turfing
D.
Conditioning

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
A rapid removal of field heat from harvested produce is called Pre-cooling. It is done to slow down the metabolism and reduce deterioration before transport or storage. Because temperature is one of the most important factors that affect the post-harvest life and quality of fruits and vegetables.
It should be removed from commodities as quickly as possible after harvest & maintained at its lowest safe temperature.