TECTROL©
Atmospheres Maintain Quality and Freshness
The
rate of respiration is reduced in Controlled Atmosphere, which:
- Inhibits ripening process.
- Reduces sensitivity to chilling injury.
- Less weight loss than refrigeration alone.
- Reduces gray spot on Fuerte.
- Mold growth on stem end is controlled.
Profits are Maximized
at Distribution and Retail
- Little or no internal discoloration
on ripening after transits of 3 weeks or
more.
- Avocados are more uniform in color and
firmness.
Product Shelf Life is Improved
- Better prices due to more
uniform pack with less decay.
Commodity / Transport Profile
- Varieties: Hass, Fuerte.
- Temperature: 5-12° C/41-54° F depending on variety and maturity.
- Transit/Postharvest Life 7-25 days.
Information contained in “ TECTROL© Facts” is
intended for reference only. TransFRESH Corp.
or any other distributor of this information
assumes no liabilities for claims, adjustments
or rejections for any reason or cause resulting
from the use of this information. No warranty
or guaranteed results are intended or implied.
Information herein is compiled from public
sources such as USDA Handbook 66,668,669 and
1070. Specific references are available on
request.
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