‘Fruit Quality: Phytosanitary Irradiation vs Conventional Post Harvest Treatments’ Webinar Registration Open

Registration for the next PsIP webinar ‘Fruit Quality: Phytosanitary Irradiation vs Conventional Post Harvest Treatments’ is now open, taking place 21 March 2024, 11am – 12pm PST. This is the second webinar in their latest series discussing phytosanitary irradiation and it’s effects on the quality of fresh produce post-harvest.

These webinars offer industry insights, solutions to technical barriers, and comparisons of Phytosanitary Irradiation with other technologies. Presented by two industry experts, they cover topics relevant to all stakeholders, followed by Q&A sessions. Recordings will be available on the PsIP website and YouTube channel for later viewing.

The recording for the ‘Effects of Phytosanitary Irradiation on Fresh Produce Quality’ that was held 26 February 2024 is now available to watch via this link.

‘FRUIT QUALITY: PHYTOSANITARY IRRADIATION VS CONVENTIONAL POST HARVEST TREATMENTS’ SECOND WEBINAR

Thursday 21st March 2024, 11am – 12pm PST

This webinar ‘Fruit Quality: Phytosanitary Irradiation vs Conventional Post Harvest Treatments’ includes a presentation from from Anuradha Prakash (Professor, Food Science Program, Chapman University, USA), below you will find the abstract for her presentation:

“Insect disinfestation treatments are pivotal in safeguarding agricultural commodities against pest infestations, while maintaining international trade standards. Among these treatments, phytosanitary irradiation has emerged as a promising technology that has been valuable in reducing trade barriers. This webinar will provide a comparison between phytosanitary irradiation and conventional insect disinfestation methods, including fumigation, cold treatment, and heat treatment on fruit quality, especially as related to the value it provides in the commercial supply chain.”

Register to attend this live event free-of-charge by following this link.