TRAINING NOTE

PACK HOUSE
OPERATIONS ,& STORAGE

PREPARED BY
ANIFOWOSHE AKEEM O
&
FAMILOLA ELIZABETH
 Table of Content

• Packing House
• Packing House Processes illustration
• Types of products are commonly packed
• Grading standards and its impact
• Conclusions
 Packing House
What is a packing house?
A packing house serves multiple functions in the agricultural industry to ensure the efficient processing,
packaging, and distribution of fresh produce.
Basic operation in a packing house: Receiving & Labelling and
Inspection Barcoding

Storage and
Cooling
Sorting and
Grading Packaging

Logistics and
Cleaning and Distribution
Quality Control
Washing

These functions are essential in ensuring that fresh produce is handled properly, maintaining its quality and
extending its shelf life.
PH process Illustration
PH process Illustration
PH process Illustration
 Types of Products Commonly Packed
What types of products are commonly packed?
• Commonly packed products in packing houses (PH) include fruits like
apples, oranges, berries, and bananas, as well as vegetables such as
tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and leafy greens.

• Additionally, other agricultural products like nuts, grains, and herbs are
also commonly packed in packing houses.

These products undergo all the PH function processes to ensure they are
ready for distribution and consumption.
 Grading standards & its impact
In the agricultural industries, fruits and vegetables are graded based on various
standards to ensure quality and consistency.
Some common grading standards include:
1. International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
2. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
3. European Union (EU) Grading.
4. Global Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).
These grading standards help consumers, retailers, and distributors make
informed decisions about the quality and characteristics of fruits and
vegetables they purchase.
 Grading standards & its impact
How do grading standards impact consumer choices?
.

For example, if a consumer sees that a fruit, vegetable or

grains meets a higher grading standard, they are more
likely to perceive it as fresher, tastier, and of better quality.
This can influence their purchasing decisions, leading
them to choose products that meet certain grading criteria
over others.
 Conclusions
By performing these functions effectively, packing houses play a vital role in
ensuring that fresh produce reaches consumers in optimal condition,
maximizing shelf life, and minimizing postharvest losses.
Conversely, products that do not meet certain grading standards or have
lower quality may be priced lower to reflect their perceived value. This pricing
differentiation based on grading standards helps consumers differentiate
between products of varying quality levels and make purchasing decisions
based on their preferences and budget.
In essence, grading standards provide consumers with a level of assurance
and confidence in the products they are buying, ultimately impacting their
choices and preferences in the market.
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