Only a few fruits mainly apples, can be stored for an extended period of time in cold or cellar storage. Each fruit must be stored at its own optimum temperature. Proper air circulation will ensure successful storage of fresh fruit.
Low temperatures close to 0oC with a preferred relative humidity of about 85 percent furnish satisfactory conditions for commercial storage of fruits. If large quantities of fruits are to be stored, air circulation must be assured. Crates of fruits are stacked so that air can circulate around the sides, tops and bottoms. Fruits stored in the home refrigerator tend to lose moisture . Some measures taken to prevent this loss include the use of ventilated covered containers. Fresh fruits absorb and emit odours. Strong flavour fruits can be stored in tight containers.
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