Minimising production losses using the example of fruit farming

Abstract

The aim of the study was to identify opportunities to minimise losses in pear fruit production by improving the steps taken at each stage of the production process, from orchard preparation, through care, plant protection and harvesting, to storage, sorting and transport of fruit. Preventive measures and the use of modern production and storage technologies to reduce the amount of fruit that does not meet quality requirements are crucial. The use of appropriate refrigeration conditions, precise logistics and optimised sorting processes make it possible to reduce quantitative and qualitative losses. Efficient management of the cold chain and adaptation of harvesting and transport methods to the sensitivity of the fruit contributes to improving the profitability of production and reducing the negative impact on the environment by reducing food waste and other resources.