PLHRT 6250

PLHRT 6250

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023.

Study of the biological processes controlling physical and chemical changes in harvested yet living horticultural crops or their parts. Discusses the theoretical principles and fundamental processes underlying these changes. Also covers strategies and practical handling requirements/conditions for storage, transportation, and quality monitoring of harvested horticultural crops.

When Offered Spring.

Outcomes
  • Describe what changes are occurring in vegetables and fruits after harvest in terms of nutritional (and in some cases medicinal) values, and how those changes happen.
  • Explain general guidance and underlying basic principles on how to handle and store horticultural products (fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals).

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLHRT 4250

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 19220 PLHRT 6250   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person