Agriculture Reference
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the day temperature to optimize photo-
synthesis and the night temperature to
achieve the desired average values.
The quality criteria of a product are not
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The genetic characteristics, the climatic
conditions, crop management, the water
and nutrient supply and the absence of
residues are the main determinants of
quality, as well as the postharvest stor-
age and management conditions.
In essence, the production process must
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the same throughout the distribution
chain between grower and consumer,
varying depending on the product and
its final use.
Appearance is the most important qual-
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be dependent on the economic objec-
tives of the grower: producing the qual-
ity required by the market at competitive
prices.
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itative criterion for the consumer, at
least until the product is consumed.
