Introduction
Vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, but their freshness and safety depend on proper handling. Since vegetables contain up to 80–95% water, they can spoil quickly if not managed correctly.
What is Vegetable Handling Process?
Vegetable handling includes cleaning, sorting, and storing vegetables in hygienic conditions to maintain freshness, nutrition, and quality.
Step-by-Step Handling Process
🧺 Selection
Fresh vegetables are carefully selected based on color, texture, and quality.
👉 Proper selection improves freshness retention by 35%.
🧼 Washing
Vegetables are washed thoroughly to remove dirt, bacteria, and pesticide residues.
👉 Cleaning reduces contaminants by up to 70–80%.
✂️ Sorting & Trimming
Damaged or spoiled parts are removed to ensure only fresh produce is used.
❄️ Cooling & Storage
Vegetables are stored at controlled temperatures to maintain crispness and nutrients.
👉 Proper cooling extends shelf life by 40–50%.