Author Profile

Dr. Rajendra Singh is presently serving as Associate Professor, Head Department of Horticulture, Government College, Uniara, Tonk. He completed his graduation and post-graduation in 1990 from C.S. Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur and obtained PhD (Horticulture) degree in 1995 from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar. He is associated with teaching the courses pertaining to horticulture for the last 22 years. In the last 22 years of continuing service tenure, he worked on protected cultivation of vegetables and flowers. Contributed 20 papers in scientific journals, 01 book, 02 edited books of RBSE Rajasthan, Ajmer, 01 booklet, 03 manuals and 02 book chapters. Dr. Singh has contributed various articles in reputed magazines, involved in organization of Seminars / symposia and delivered lectures in summer & winter schools and training programmes to the farmers organized by ICAR Institutes and KVK's of agricultural universities of Rajasthan.

About The Book

Postharvest technologies and value addition strategies are critical for reducing waste, ensuring food security, and increasing farmers’ incomes. The book Post Harvest Technology and Value Addition of Fruits and Vegetables discusses various storage technologies along with processing. It covers different methods and process of preservation. Techniques to manage fruits and vegetables after harvesting are elaborated. Value addition techniques, including drying and canning, are examined to enhance product value. Quality assessment and grading methods ensure produce meets market standards, while insights into marketing and market access highlight logistical and regulatory challenges. Sustainable practices are emphasized, promoting environmentally friendly and economically viable methods. The book concludes with emerging technologies and future trends, such as automation and smart packaging, offering a forward-looking perspective on postharvest management. This resource is invaluable for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in the field. The book ‘ Post Harvest Technology and Value Addition of Fruits and Vegetables ‘ is a valuable resource for students of agriculture and horticulture, covering topics relevant to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Table of Contents

Preface
UNIT 1. IMPORTANCE OF POST-HARVEST PROCESSING OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
UNIT 2. PRE-HARVEST FACTORS AFFECTING POSTHARVEST QUALITY
UNIT 3. HARVESTING, FIELD HANDLING AND STORAGE METHODS
UNIT 4. CONCEPTS AND STANDARDS OF INTERMEDIATE MOISTURE FOOD AND FERMENTED AND NON-FERMENTED BEVERAGES
UNIT 5. DRYING, DEHYDRATION AND OSMOTIC DEHYDRATION OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Bibliography
Index