How to take a swab sample by Catherine Savage In order for CRI’s Diagnostic Centre to be able to do loss of sensitivity testing for postharvest fungicides, a swab must be taken of the decay. This video demonstrates how to swab green mould on a fruit; how to swab a...
Calibrating a pH Meter by Catherine Savage pH measurements are crucial to correctly manage certain solutions in a packhouse. However, if the pH meter gives incorrect readings, then the management will be incorrect. This video demonstrates the method to calibrate a pH...
How to dry fruit after waxing by Jan Landman The airflow in and around your fruit in the dry tunnel is such a critical point in the drying process and a lot of mistakes are made. This short video will show the main points to look at: air, heat, fruit flow and humidity...
Correct wax mixing procedure by Jan Landman This video will show why it is so important to keep your wax emulsion in constant agitation. Many additives will precipitate if left unmixed and will give you uneven results. Four different types of wax mixers are shown and...
Wax application and rotation of brushes by Jan Landman In order to achieve the best results on your wax bed, these pointers will give you the extra edge that you need to get the correct results. Spray bar settings and patterns, combined with the correct placement of...
How to manage the chlorine bath by Catherine Savage Chlorine is still one of the most commonly used methods of washing tip fruit. However, chlorine is only effective when certain parameters are met. This video lists and demonstrates the specifications that must be...
Packhouse delivery inspection for FCM & Fruit Fly The importance of packhouse delivery inspections and understanding why we must do it accurately. More about the...
How to use a Mcphail Trap Use of the McPhail trapping system with the E.G.O Pherolure attractant to monitor adult fruit fly populations of Mediterranean and Natal fruit fly in citrus in South Africa. More about the...
Harvesting practice The diligent handling of fresh fruit is key to ensuring minimal decay and longer shelf life of the final packed product. More about the...
Orchard Factors affecting Harvesting & Packing With this video see some proactive steps that can relieve the pressure from both the production and packhouse managers, ensuring a smoother harvesting and packing season. More about the...
