Training Programs
Postharvest Technologies
Cutflower Handling and Storage
Principles of various handling and storage techniques for cutflowers and their application in the handling and marketing system.
- By arrangement (1 day)
- P 1,500 per person
- Fee is exclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Min. no. of participants: 10
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/3259
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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.
- By arrangement (2 days)
- P2,500 per person
- Venue: PHTRC
- Fee is exclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Min. no. of participants: 5
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/ 3259
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Ornamental Crops Production
Schedule: 9-20 April 2018 Venue: Institute of Crop Sciece, CAFS Email addressed: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Postharvest Handling of Fresh Fruit Flowers, 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.
- 3 days (by arrangement)
- Fee isexclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Min. no. of participants: 5
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/3259
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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.
- 1 week (by arrangement)
- Fee: PhP 7,000 per person
- Min. no. of participants: 5
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/3259
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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.
- 3-4 weeks (by arrangement)
- Fee to be determined based on commodity of research
- Fee is exclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Venue: PHTRC
- Min. no. of participants: individual or small group
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/ 3259
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Study Tour on Commercial Handling of Specific 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.
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.
- By arrangement (1 day)
- P1,500 per person
- Venue: PHTRC
- Fee is exclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Min. no. of participants: 10
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/3259
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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. Participants can choose from 3 modules: A. Preparation and utilization of dried flowers and leaves for arts; B. Preparation and utilization of skeletonised leaves for various art forms; and, C. Leaf imprint on cement and leaf mosaic design in mixed media.
- 3 days (by arrangement)
- P4,000 per person
- Fee is exclusive of participant's board and lodging
- Min. no. of participants: 5
- Coordinator: Dr. Dormita R. del Carmen
- Tel. No. (049) 536-5283/3259
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Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension
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3F UPLB Main Library Building,
University of the Philippines Los Baños,
College, Laguna,
The Philippines 4031 -
Tel/Fax:
+63 (049) 536 2354
+63 (049) 536 5326 -
ovcre.uplb@up.edu.ph
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