Storage Advice Tool for apples and pears
The benefits
In short- Immediate advice tailored to your variety and storage situation
- Guidance for harvest maturity, cool-down and long-term storage
- Recommendations for temperature, O₂, CO₂ and moisture loss
- Accounts for available storage technology and optional 1-MCP use
Get variety- and situation-specific storage advice for apples and pears to preserve quality throughout harvest, cool-down and long-term storage.
About the Storage Advice Tool
The optimal storage regime for apples and pears depends on the variety, maturity at harvest, growing region and available storage technology. The Storage Advice Tool translates WUR’s research knowledge and practical experience into detailed advice for your specific situation.
Using drop-down menus on a computer or mobile device, you select the relevant variety and storage conditions. You can indicate whether Controlled Atmosphere storage is available and whether the ripening inhibitor 1-MCP is being considered. The tool immediately provides chronological recommendations for the harvest, cool-down and storage phases, including temperature, O₂, CO₂ and moisture-loss management. Advice can be saved for later use.
The tool is intended for fruit growers, storage operators, technical suppliers and service providers. WUR experts can provide additional tailored advice where needed.
Watch the explanation video to see how the Storage Advice Tool supports decisions on apple and pear storage
Get in touch
Order the Storage Advice Tool through the webshop or contact our postharvest experts to discuss access or for any additional support.
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