Learn to store Honeycrisp

摘要

Honeycrisp held at high temperatures for the first week of storage reduces chilling injuries. Honeycrisp is a dream apple, with a crispness and unique flavor that has sent retail sales soaring. But the apple is a nightmare for packers because it's prone to the kinds of disorders that are made to order for postharvest research. As researchers and industry gain more experience with the relatively new variety, storage and handling recommendations are emerging to help improve fruit quality and length ofstorage. A panel ofWashington fruit packers, together with a scientist and consultant, assembled during statewide horticultural talks last December to share their experiences in storing the fickle variety.