Citrus Fruit Processing

Citrus Fruit Processing offers a thorough examination of citrus—from its physiology and production to its processing, including packaging and by-product processing. Beginning with foundational information on agricultural practices, biology, and harvesting, Citrus Fruit Processing goes on to describe processing in the context of single-strength juices, concentrated juices, preserves, and nutrition. New technologies are constantly emerging in food processing, and citrus processing is no different. This book provides researchers with much-needed information on these technologies, including state-of-the-art methodologies, all in one volume.

Offers completely up-to-date coverage of scientific research on citrus and processing technologyExplores all aspects of citrus and its processing, including biochemistry, technology, and healthProvides an easy-to-follow organization that highlights the many aspects of citrus processing, including agricultural practices, juice processing, byproducts, and safetyDescribes processing in the context of single-strength juices, concentrated juices, preserves, and nutrition

Chapter 1: Introduction: history, production, trade, and utilization

Chapter 2: Morphology and chemical composition

Chapter 3: Biological aspects of citriculture

Chapter 4: Agricultural production practice

Chapter 5: Diseases and pests

Chapter 6: Postharvest changes

Chapter 7: Packing house operations

Chapter 8: Production of single-strength citrus juices

Chapter 9: Production of citrus juice concentrates

Chapter 10: By-products of the citrus processing industry

Chapter 11: Miscellaneous citrus products

Chapter 12: Shelf life of citrus products: packaging and storage

Chapter 13: Nutritional and health-promoting aspects of citrus consumption

Chapter 14: Quality assurance and authentication