Is very susceptible to post harvest handling damage that results in the development of decay. The attention to the hygiene of knives used for harvest is also important in the reduction of decay.

7ºC (44ºF) and 90-95% humidity

We recommend that small quantities of zucchini up to say six pieces be packed in sealed individual PEAKfresh^® bags. For larger quantities, up to 5kg, we recommend the use of a PEAKfresh^® carton liner that is unsealed. For quantities above 5kg we recommend the use of PEAKfresh^® single sheets in the bottom of the box and a further sheet in between the vegetables dividing them into two layers and a further sheet (three in total) across the top of the vegetables.

7ºC (44ºF) and 90-95% humidity.

All recommendations for the use of PEAKfresh^® products are given in good faith and based on proven field experience. Packaging method storage temperatures and humidity levels, transit and destination conditions are factors likely to affect the performance of PEAKfresh^® products and no liability for indirect or consequential damage can be accepted. We recommend that PEAKfresh^® products be trialed under local conditions before introduction to large scale commercial applications.