Chapter Eight - Health benefits derived from fruits and vegetables stored using evaporative coolers

Abstract

Fruits and vegetables (FAVs) postharvest wastage in poor nations occurs largely due to a lack of suitable preservation equipment. Even though chilled preservation is the best way to keep fruits and vegetables fresh, these are costly to purchase and operate. As a result, there is a significant focus on reducing replacements in emerging regions, most of which rely on cooling effects, which are easy and do not need additional sources. As dry air travels across a slippery pavement, condensation happens. The higher the chances of perspiration, the higher the chilling. The moisture of the airflow influences the effectiveness of an absorption chiller. As a result, this study discusses the meaning, concepts, and methodologies of the cooling effect for the storage of fresh produce. Air circulation systems can be used to keep fresh produce fresh for a brief time after collection. This serves to maintain healthy fresh produce by lowering process conditions as well as increasing moisture levels inside the ideal preservation range.