Assessment and characterization of postharvest handling techniques in the value chain of Malay apple (Syzygium malaccense [L.] Merr. & L.M. Perry) in the Mount Cameroon region

The study examined the problem of excessive postharvest losses (PHLs) of Malay apples due to inadequate postharvest handling, which is hindering the growing demand for the fruit. The study surveyed 160 growers and 40 traders using semi-structured questionnaires to assess postharvest handling practic...

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Main Authors: Rita Mungfu Njilar, Lawrence Monah Ndam, Christopher Ngosong, Aaron Suh Tening, Yoshiharu Fujii
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-09-01
Series:Journal of Agriculture and Food Research
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666154323001412