Storage and transportation of tropical fruits: a case study on durian

Siriphanich Jingtair, . (1996) Storage and transportation of tropical fruits: a case study on durian. [Proceedings Paper]

In Thailand durian was once difficult to cultivate. Fruit availability was limit and price was not affordable for many. However as a result of research and development the cultivation of durian became easily attainable Yield increased tremendously resulting in over production and loss to the farmer in recent vears. Currently export of durian is mostly limit to nearby countries since its storage life is only 2 weeks. Handling system has been improved for faster delivery. Steps are being used to ensure better quality such as sorting and fungicidal dipping. However the handling procedure is still too slow involving as much as 11 steps from harvesting to packaging. Extensive loss of exported durian remained. A survey revealed that main loss was due to immature fruit being shipped or fruits are rotten at the destination. Current research is focused on developing mechanical harvesting aid handing equipments and management sorting and storage technique. More importantly it is identified that the establishment of strong and efficient farmer cooperative is essential.

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In Thailand durian was once difficult to cultivate. Fruit availability was limit and price was not affordable for many. However as a result of research and development the cultivation of durian became easily attainable Yield increased tremendously resulting in over production and loss to the farmer in recent vears. Currently export of durian is mostly limit to nearby countries since its storage life is only 2 weeks. Handling system has been improved for faster delivery. Steps are being used to ensure better quality such as sorting and fungicidal dipping. However the handling procedure is still too slow involving as much as 11 steps from harvesting to packaging. Extensive loss of exported durian remained. A survey revealed that main loss was due to immature fruit being shipped or fruits are rotten at the destination. Current research is focused on developing mechanical harvesting aid handing equipments and management sorting and storage technique. More importantly it is identified that the establishment of strong and efficient farmer cooperative is essential.

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Item Type:	Proceedings Paper
Additional Information:	Available at Perpustakaan Sultan Abdul Samad Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 UPM Serdang Selangor Malaysia. mal SB 359 I61 1996 Vol. 1 Call Number
AGROVOC Term:	Durian
AGROVOC Term:	Cultivation
AGROVOC Term:	Storage
AGROVOC Term:	Transportation
AGROVOC Term:	Tropical fruits
AGROVOC Term:	Crop yield
AGROVOC Term:	Storage life
AGROVOC Term:	Fungicidal properties
AGROVOC Term:	Fruit harvesters
AGROVOC Term:	Maturity
Geographical Term:	MALAYSIA
Depositing User:	Ms. Suzila Mohamad Kasim
Last Modified:	24 Apr 2025 05:14
URI:	http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/11739

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