There are several excellent guides on best post-harvest handling practices for organically produced fruits and vegetables available on the web. Some of our picks include:
Publisher | Related websites or documents |
North Carolina State University | Guide to Postharvest Handling and Cooling of Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers for Small Farms: Part I: Quality Maintenance, Part II: Cooling, Part III: Handling,Part IV: Mixed Loads, Packaging Requirements For Fresh Fruits and Vegetables |
ATTRA: Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas | Organic Farming and Post-Harvest Handling of Fruits and Vegetables |
University of California | Post-Harvest Handling for Organic Crops |
Center for Environmental Farming Systems | Resources for Small Farm Post-Harvest Handling |