This book contains all the information necessary to identify the major postharvest diseases, disorders and injuries of fruit grown in temperate regions. It also gives recommendations on the postharvest management of produce, and information on the control of postharvest problems.

Growers, packers, handlers, merchants, agents, retailers, exporters, importers, advisors, consultants and students will find this book a readily accessible reference on the postharvest marketing of horticultural produce.

The book is set out in an easy-to-read format with colour illustrations.

See also Postharvest diseases of horticultural produce (Volume 2): Tropical fruit.