Transport of fruit from the orchard to the pack‑house/storage complex
Once harvested, fruit must be placed in the shade as soon as possible before transporting to the storage complex in a manner that avoids deterioration or damage to the fruit and is cost effective. The hotter the fruit the greater the cooling requirement, using electricity, which not only increases costs but also the carbon footprint – both key considerations in the current market.
Planning transport of fruit to the store
Distances and location
Roads and access
Equipment required for transporting fruit
Increase in fruit temperature once picked
Shaded area for holding fruit once picked
Fruit transferred to store within two hours of picking
Loading tractor/lorry
Transport to central storage facility