Optimal-quality organic produce that achieves the
desired textural properties, sensory shelf life, and nutritional
content is the combined result of careful implementation
of recommended production inputs and
practices, careful handling at harvest, and appropriate
postharvest handling and storage. This publication is
an overview of general postharvest handling considerations
unique to the marketing of registered or certified
organic produce, with a brief introduction to currently
permitted and restricted postharvest treatments.