Value added processing Value addition is the transformation of a raw commodity or commodities into a processed product through the use of raw materials, labour, time and technology, all blended in a way that ensures increased economic return. Value added… Read more »
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Reducing losses during harvest and storage: a practical guide
Over 2 million tonnes of fruit and vegetables are wasted between harvest and arrival at the retail outlet. Table 1 shows the most important causes of losses in some common crops GROUP EXAMPLES CAUSES OF LOSS Root vegetables Carrots Beets… Read more »
Water in Horticulture: a practical guide
Introduction Rainfall in Wales varies widely. The highest rainfall is in the central upland areas from the Brecon Beacons to Snowdonia (where average annual totals exceed 3000 mm). Coastal areas and North East Wales by contrast, receive less than 1000… Read more »
Grading and packing: a practical guide
Grading is the process of sorting produce into different categories, for example size, shape, colour, freedom from pest and disease damage. Its purpose is to ensure that produce that goes on to market meets defined regulatory and retailer criteria. Understanding… Read more »
Reducing pesticide use in horticulture: a practical guide
This document is available as a downloadable PDF here: 3. Reducing pesticide use Introduction Pesticides have been widely used in agriculture and horticulture for over 75 years and some production systems have become heavily reliant on them. Overuse of pesticide… Read more »
Grower Pack: The Vale of Clwyd Denbigh Plum
Horticulture Wales, in conjunction with ADAS, produced a grower pack, available for all growers and producers, to give guidelines on all aspects of compliance in respect of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. This pack is available as a download… Read more »
Reducing waste in horticulture: A practical guide for business
About this guide The rising cost of waste disposal, the resulting environmental impacts, such as greenhouse gases and water pollution, coupled with new legislation and an increasing market demand, are all factors that are driving businesses to reduce their waste.… Read more »
Shelf Life Extension for horticulture: A practical guide for business
About this guide Shelf life is the length of time that a product remains suitable to be sold, and for food products that can be consumed without posing problems to human health. For growers, this is about maintaining quality through… Read more »