Cutflower Handling and Storage
Principles of various handling and storage techniques for cutflowers and their application in the handling and marketing system
Date and time | 1 day ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PhP1,500/pax minimum of 10 pax |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 10 |
The ABC’s of Handling Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Awareness of the basic aspects of postharvest handling techniques to maintain good quality and minimize product deterioration during distribution up to retail
Date and time | 1 day ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PhP1,500/pax |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 10 |
Postharvest Handling of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables and Cutflowers
Theoretical and practical aspects of handling fresh fruits, vegetables and cutflowers after harvest, including methods of determining harvest maturity, packing house operations, grading and standardization, temperature management and storage techniques, ripening regulation, packaging and transport, food safety and quality assurance, postharvest disease control and minimal processing of fresh cuts; includes hands-on technology demonstration
Date and time | 3 days ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PhP4,000/pax |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 5 |
Design and Establishment of Postharvest Infrastructure Facilities
Basic principles of design, layout and location of a packinghouse facility for fresh fruits, vegetables and cutflowers. Introduction to packinghouse operations and equipment e.g. sizer/sorter, washing tanks, drying racks, etc; includes design exercise for a basic packinghouse, hence, participants are encouraged to work on a design problem related to their commodity.
Date and time | 2 days ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PhP2,500/pax |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 5 |
The Art of Plant Preservation
Principles and techniques underlying the preservation of the various plant parts, focusing on the drying methods, handling and storage, and the creative uses of preserved plant parts. Participants will also be involved in the craft making of preserved plant parts for better appreciation and for possible livelihood or business opportunities
Date and time | 2 days ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PhP4,000/pax |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 5 |
Postharvest Handling Technologies for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Ornamentals
Theoretical bases of postharvest handling technologies and their practical application to specific commodity and location, in order to minimize losses and maintain and ensure quality and safety of fresh produce
Date and time | 1 week ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PHTRC; fees by arrangement |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 5 |
Postharvest Handling and Quality Management of Horticultural Perishables
Enhancing participants’ technical capability and develop their skills on postharvest horticulture management focusing on meeting the requirements for quality and safety of fresh produce on the supply chain
Date and time | 2 weeks ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PHTRC; fees by arrangement |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | minimum of 5 |
Research Methodologies in Postharvest Horticulture
Developing and/or enhancing knowledge and skills of participants in conducting postharvest research from conceptualization to implementation. Includes protocol preparation, experimental design, data monitoring, methods of analysis and hands-on exercises
Date and time | 3-4 weeks (by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PHTRC; fees by arrangement |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | Individual or small group |
Internship on Postharvest Technology Research
Unstructured program tailored to the needs of participants(s) who may choose a particular postharvest discipline, subject problem area or commodity of interest. Includes conduct of laboratory experiment, handling trials, data analysis and report writing
Date and time | To be arranged |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PHTRC; fees by arrangement |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants | Individual or small group |
Study Tour: (Commercial Handling of Horticultural Commodities)
Field visits to horticultural farms packinghouses and wholesale and retail markets with commercial operations, and catering to local and exports markets. Can be done in 2 countries in ASEAN region including the Philippines
Date and time | 2 weeks ( by arrangement) |
Venue, course fee and other requirements | PHTRC; wholesale & retail markets, packinghouses of fresh produce; fees by arrangement |
Coordinator | Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen |
Email addresses | [email protected] |
Contact numbers | O49 536 3259/3138 |
Minimum number of participants |