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Recent Publications related to Agriculture & Food

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Introduction to the Postharvest Engineering for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: A Practical Guide for Growers, Packers, Shippers, and Sellers

This publication is a comprehensive guide to postharvest engineering topics for the proper harvest and …

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Chapter 1. Introduction

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Chapter 2. Produce Cooling Basics

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Chapter 3a. Forced-Air Cooling

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Chapter 3b. Hydrocooling

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Chapter 3c. Cooling with Ice

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Chapter 3d. Vacuum Cooling

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Chapter 3e. Room Cooling

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