10. Processing and Storage Innovations
Longer shelf life and greater distribution of this delicate fruit were made possible by technological developments in snake fruit handling and storage, therefore transforming the sector. From only a few days to many weeks, creative post-harvest management methods like controlled ripening systems and modified environment packaging have extended the life of the fruit. Using natural ingredients, scientists have created specialised coating materials that protect the freshness of the fruit and retain its unique flavour character. Thousands of fruits per hour may now be handled by advanced sorting and grading systems using artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, therefore guaranteeing constant quality requirements for exporting markets. Particularly made for snake fruit, cold chain management technologies have been put in place to preserve ideal temperature and humidity levels all during the distribution process. By enabling the fruit to be available to consumers all around, these technical developments not only lower post-harvest losses but also create new market prospects.
