Post-Harvest Technology Trivia

Post harvest technology involves ALL practices involved before harvesting?

• True

• False

What is the importance of PHT?

• To maintain quality and appearance

• To reduce losses from harvest to consumption

• To protect food safety

• ALL OF THE ABOVE

List ANY three aspects of PHT.

Sorting and grading has no effect on post harvest losses.

• True

• False

All of the following are causes for post harvest losses EXCEPT?

• Bruising

• Wilting

• Waxing

• Mechanical injury

Fruits and vegetables with VERY HIGH perishability may show signs of decay in?

• <4 weeks

• 3 weeks

• <2 weeks

• None of the above

Commodities with very low perishability are?

• Bananas

• Some varieties of apples and pears

• Spinach

• Nuts and dried fruits