Cantwell-Postharvest Update for leafy vegetables
Cantwell-Postharvest Update for leafy vegetables
Cantwell-Postharvest Update for leafy vegetables
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Lucia Kaiser, Shermain Hardesty PIsWIC Project 2011<strong>Postharvest</strong> Quality of VegetablesObjectives– Determine whether visual cues <strong>for</strong> quality areindicative of good nutrient content– Evaluate a range of <strong>leafy</strong> and fruit <strong>vegetables</strong>– Evaluate a range of potential storage temperatures– Want to retain a minimum 80% of initial nutrientsArtichoke, Arugula, Asparagus, Bean, Broccoli,Cauliflower, Kale, Snap Pea, Spinach, Zucchini