4. Storage
The management of temperature and relative humidity are the most important factors determining storage life of horticultural produce. The natural means like ice, cold water, night temperature have been used for long time for protecting food materials from spoilage and these are still common. However, with the development of innovative technologies, it is possible to achieve optimal environments in the insulated stores. Objective of storage:
¾ Regulate the market in an orderly manner.
¾ Avoid glut and distress sale in the market, thus prolonging the market period.