Smaller Tools, Bigger Questions: Rethinking CA Research for Industry UseAuthor: Josh Kreft, Gas at SitePost Date: 2026-06-03Rethinking CA research for industry use. THE ROOM WE LIVE IN ~R16B in pome fruit… Find out more
HORTGRO Postharvest Pome Fruit ResearchAuthor: Wiehann SteynPost Date: 2020-11-01HORTGRO background Postharvest research objectives Postharvest research needs Find out more
Chapter 7 Actions During and After Completion of Loading Perishable Products into Refrigerated Spaces for ExportAuthor: PPECB (Perishable Products Export Control Board)Post Date: 2020-11-011. Containerised Shipments Containerised sea shipments from South Africa are conducted using integral refrigerated containers… Find out more
PPECB Plum Booking Procedure – 2020/2021 SeasonAuthor: PPECB (Perishable Products Export Control Board)Post Date: 2020-11-01Proposed Changes # Change Comment 1 The PPECB Advice Sheet for Dual Temperature Plum Shipments… Find out more
Airfreight of Stone FruitAuthor: Airfreight WorkgroupPost Date: 2023-11-01IMPORTANT: These guidelines provide advice to exporters and operators regarding the airfreight of stone fruit. They are not regulations. Hortgro will not be held accountable for losses resulting from the use of these guidelines. Find out more
Chapter 8 Optimum Storing and Shipping Conditions for the Export of Perishable ProductsAuthor: PPECB (Perishable Products Export Control Board)Post Date: 2020-11-01Contents Temperature Requirements 1.1 Optimum storage and shipping temperatures and requirements per product 1.2 Optimum… Find out more
Chapter 7 Actions During and After Completion of Loading Perishable Products into Refrigerated Spaces for ExportAuthor: Stone Fruit Packaging Work GroupPost Date: 2020-11-011. Containerised Shipments Containerised sea shipments from South Africa are conducted using integral refrigerated containers… Find out more
Chapter 11 Basic Handling Requirements for Air Exports of Perishable Produce from South AfricaAuthor: Stone Fruit Packaging Work GroupPost Date: 2020-11-01Airfreight of perishable products faces several specific challenges that must be addressed to ensure good arrival condition at the lowest possible cost. Find out more
Temperature Recorder Usage GuidelinesAuthor: Stone Fruit Packaging Work GroupPost Date: 2023-07-26Temperature recorders are regularly used to measure delivery air temperature (DAT) in containers and vessels during transit. Immediate access to these records for the entire voyage is highly valuable for exporters and receivers. In the event of quality issues, temperature records help process claims more efficiently and determine the impact of any breaks in the cold chain on fruit condition. Find out more
Guidelines for Dual Loading of ContainersAuthor: Johan StrydomPost Date: 2023-10-01Dual loading of a container is generally a contingency action, not a standard or proactively planned operation. It is used when pallets must be shipped due to age or urgent market demands, but there are not enough pallets at one loading point to fill a container. Find out more
Loading of Reefer Containers – FruitAuthor: Johan StrydomPost Date: 2024-10-24Contents Pre-season Planning Crop Projections Cooling Shipping Space Training Product Knowledge Process Knowledge Packaging Cartons… Find out more
3. Time Temperature Tolerances (TTT)Author: Stone Fruit Packaging Work GroupPost Date: 2020-11-013.1 Definition Time temperature tolerances (TTT’s) refer to the total time that a refrigerated perishable… Find out more
Forced Air CoolingAuthor: Johan StrydomPost Date: 2024-12-011. Why Cool Fruit? 1.1 Control of the Ripening Process Climacteric fruit (e.g., stone and… Find out more
South African Stone Fruit Industry Packaging Material Guidelines 2023/2024Author: Stone Fruit Packaging Work GroupPost Date: 2020-11-01Important Points to Remember Only source cartons and packaging material from reliable/accredited suppliers. Ensure you… Find out more
Stone Fruit Packaging Material GuidelinesAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01These guidelines have been compiled with input from various reliable sources. Efforts are made to update the guides regularly. Since deregulation of the deciduous fruit industry in 1998, exporters have more freedom in packaging dimensions and components, leading to many options. Find out more
Chapter 10: Actions Required on Completion of the Voyage, During and After DischargeAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01The end of the voyage is not the end of the journey. Significant quality losses can occur during and after discharge. It is essential to move the product to market as quickly as possible, maintain the cold chain, and handle the product with utmost care. Find out more
Chapter 9: Actions During the VoyageAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Most perishable products are still alive and respire to maintain their physiological functions during the voyage. Deep frozen and most processed foods, although dead, also require special conditions to maintain quality. The Master and crew can only ensure that all equipment is functioning within the specified parameters. Some important aspects that require continuous attention during the voyage are highlighted in this chapter. Find out more
Chapter 8: Optimum Storing and Shipping Conditions for the Export of Perishable ProductsAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Contents Temperature Requirements 1.1 Optimum storage and shipping temperatures and requirements per product 1.2 Optimum… Find out more
Temperature Recorder Usage GuidelinesAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2023-07-261. Background Temperature recorders are regularly used to measure delivery air temperature (DAT) in containers… Find out more
Loading of Reefer Containers – FruitAuthor: Johan StrydomPost Date: 2024-10-24Contents Pre-season Planning a. Crop Projections b. Cooling c. Shipping Space Training a. Product Knowledge… Find out more
Handling and Shipping of South African Pome Fruit for ExportAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01This document provides the latest guidelines for handling South African pome fruit (apples and pears) destined for export by sea. It should be read in conjunction with document HP02, which contains definitions and outlines the responsibilities of PPECB and other stakeholders in the export chain. Find out more
Guidelines for Refrigerated Road Transport of Perishable ProductsAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Understanding the factors that influence product temperatures during transit and within refrigerated trailers is essential for successful road transport of perishables. Find out more
Best Practice Guidelines: Summer PearsAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2024-02-01General Summer pears are characterized by high respiration rates, sensitivity to breaks in the cold… Find out more
Forced Air CoolingAuthor: Thompson, J.Post Date: 2020-11-011. Why Cool Fruit? 1.1 Control of the Ripening Process The ripening process of climacteric… Find out more
12. InspectionAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Arrange with PPECB for regular inspections to ensure fruit can be placed under forced air-cooling… Find out more
South African Pome Fruit Industry Packaging Material Guidelines 2023Author: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Important Points to Remember Only source cartons and other packaging material from reliable suppliers/manufacturers. Ensure… Find out more
11. PackagingAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2022-11-01Packaging serves to transport and protect fruit during handling, and also adds value by presenting produce to the consumer. Only approved packaging materials should be used. Cartons must have adequate stacking strength and good ventilation properties. Polyethylene bags may be used in some cases to prevent moisture loss and for modified atmosphere packaging to prevent yellowing. Find out more
South African Pome Fruit IndustryPost Date: 2024-11-01Packaging Material Guidelines 2024 Important Points to Remember Only source cartons and packaging material from… Find out more
11. PackagingAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Packaging provides transport and protection for fruit during handling and adds value by presenting produce to the consumer. Use only approved packaging materials. Cartons should have adequate stacking strength and good ventilation. Polyethylene bags may be used to prevent moisture loss and for modified atmosphere packaging to prevent yellowing. Find out more
11. PackagingAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Packaging provides transport and protection for fruit during handling and adds value by presenting produce to the consumer. Use only approved packaging materials. Cartons should have adequate stacking strength and good ventilation. Polyethylene bags may be used to prevent moisture loss and for modified atmosphere packaging to prevent yellowing. Find out more
Cooling and Moisture Management for Apples and PearsAuthor: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2020-11-01Cold Requirement of Apples and Pears Certain pears have a cold requirement that must be… Find out more
Fresh Notes 223 – PAG Feedback (March 2025)Author: Packhouse Action Group (PAG)Post Date: 2025-03-01March 2025 Downloads (1 Nov 2024 – 1 Mar 2025) Container Checklist – 1398 downloads… Find out more
PAG Water Benchmark Results – Phase 4 and Electricity benchmark results – Phase 1Author: Blue NorthPost Date: 2020-02-01Water Benchmark Results – Phase 4 & Electricity Benchmark Results – Phase 1 Phase 4… Find out more
Huhtamaki Aporotray: New Technologies and Market ImpactAuthor: Andre du ToitPost Date: 2020-11-01Company Overview Huhtamaki is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, with: 74 manufacturing sites… Find out more
RibbStyle Gastight & Vapourtight CoatingsAuthor: Dan AncketillPost Date: 2025-05-22What Do We Do? International manufacturer and supplier of professional coatings for various industries. Imported… Find out more
Thermo Shutter presentationAuthor: Mayekawa SouthPost Date: 2025-05-22Company Introduction MAYEKAWA SOUTH Established: 1 March 2014 (Formerly trading as Mycomagent – Cooling Options… Find out more
The Power of Passive Protection: Fire Safe Insulated PanelsAuthor: Tammy GrovePost Date: 2024-05-22Cladding: Sandwich Panels Sandwich panels are defined in EN 14509 as "self-supporting double skin metal… Find out more
PAG Pakhuisvergelyking (Benchmarking) ProjekAuthor: P de BruynPost Date: 2017-05-18Deelnemende Pakhuise Melpack (Fruitways) TAD Valley Packers (Fruitways) Piketko Kromco Misgund Orchards Bella Frutta Novo… Find out more
Productivity SA – Background & MandateAuthor: Christel PotgieterPost Date: 2017-05-18Background 1969: National Productivity Institute established 1976: Registered as a Section 21 non-profit company 1979:… Find out more
Container Loading WorkshopAuthor: Richard van SchalkwykPost Date: 2011-09-20Areas Covered Expansion & Capacity Update System Overview Operational Performance Update Volume Overview Expansion &… Find out more
Logistical IssuesAuthor: J StrydomPost Date: 2017-05-18Pack House Action Group -Trials with on-board temperature recorders -Feedback to DAFF -Approval of on-board recorders as accepted method Find out more
The development of the industrialization process for various ideas towards optimization of cargo freight capacity utilization in refrigerated shipping containers to reduce logistic costs while maintaining product qualityAuthor: Koos BouwerPost Date: 2016-11-18Development of the industrialization process for optimizing cargo freight capacity utilization (space, mass, packaging, refrigeration) in refrigerated shipping containers to reduce logistic costs while maintaining product quality. Find out more
