Food Preservation and Storage

Food Preservation Storage

Lesson 16: Storage of foods

Essential features of food Storage Areas

The proper storage of preprocessed as well as post-processed foods is a key factor in the shelf-life of the food. The essential features of any food storage areas are as follows

• It should be fit for purpose (dry store, chill, frozen etc.) i.e. it must provide proper temperatures and humidity for prolonging shelf life of foods
• The separate area could be designated for different types of food. For example raw and cooked should be stored separately.
• It should be able to provide protection from contamination/ infestation
• It should be weatherproof
• It should be able to keep out direct sunlight/ heat
• It should have suitable space and structural arrangement for providing sufficient light and ventilation.
• It should be easily cleanable.
• It should provide easy access to materials
• It should be accessible for transport of food