Heat Treatments for Postharvest Pest Control: Theory and

Heat Treatments for Postharvest Pest Control: Theory and Practice (Cabi International)
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Due to the nature of agricultural commodities as carriers of exotic pests, importing countries have employed varying methods of pest control for postharvest products. Thermal treatments are emerging as effective, environmentally-friendly alternatives to traditional methods, eliminating chemical residues and minimizing damage to produce. This book provides comprehensive information of these increasingly important treatments, covering temperature measurement, heat transfer, physiological responses of plants, insects and pathogens to heat, and an introduction to current and potential quarantine treatments based on hot air, hot water, and radio frequency energy.
Country USA
Brand Cabi
Manufacturer CAB International
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber illustrations
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781845932527
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Heat Treatments for Postharvest Pest Control: Theory and Practice (Cabi International)