Reefer Containers

Preserving Fruit and Vegetables in Reefer Containers

Fresh produce stored inside a refrigerated container

With many kinds of goods, when it comes to transport or storage it is not always clear what the ideal temperature point is to keep products in optimal condition in refrigerated containers.

Reefer container for fruit and vegetables

Controlled temperature extends the shelf life of perishable products by minimizing water loss, ethylene production and respiration. Handling these factors correctly delays the ripening and aging of the products.

So, to avoid financial losses and wasted raw material, learn the right temperature for each product:

Table of storage temperatures for fruit and vegetables
Table of storage temperatures for fruit and vegetables, continued

The information provided is based on several sources.

Remember that using refrigerated containers correctly minimizes the negative impact on fruit and vegetables.

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