FAQs – Frost Global

Apples

Demography

In India, apples are mostly grown in the states of…

Harvesting

The harvest season begins in June and extends till October. It is important to pick apples at the correct stage of maturity. Apples meant for long-term storage should be picked when slightly less mature. Damaged apples should be separated from the healthy stock because a faulty apple emits ethylene, which fastens the ripening of other apples in the container.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90-95%
Highest Freezing Point 0°C

Pears

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Carrots

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Baby Corn

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Chillies

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Macadamia Nuts

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Onions

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Oranges

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Pomegranates

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Grapes

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Flowers

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Meat & Marine Products

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Pharmaceuticals

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C

Dairy Products

Demography

Pears are grown extensively in the states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. The popular varieties of pear include Barlett, Starking, Kieffer and Baghugosha.

Harvesting

Pears are harvested on full maturity and when they are still hard. They should not be allowed to ripen on the tree because they tend to become grainy and brownish. Pears should be kept in cold conditions to ensure that the fruit remains fresh and ripening is delayed.

Transport

Desired Transit Temperatures 0-5°C
Desired Relative Humidity 90%
Highest Freezing Point -1°C