Fruit ripened above this
temperature may be
damaged
18°
Best ripening
range
14°
12°
Fruit will not ripen under
this temperature
8°
Store hard fruit at this
temperature for up to
five (5) days. Longer
than this will incur chill injury
Nb:
Soft fruit may be
kept in the refrigerator
for a couple of days
Custard
apples are a delicate
tropical fruit and are easily
damaged if handled incorrectly.
You can get a greater return if
the following points are observed.
Do not store green fruit
under 8°C
Store at 8° to 12° for up to 5
days only, longer than this and
chill injury occurs.
Fruit will not ripen under 14°C.
Extended periods at this temp
will lead to chill injury.
During Winter store fruit
in a warm area and cover to
hold in their own warmth.
Best temperature range for
ripening is 18° to 24°C.
Shelf life is short so buy small
quantities more frequently.
Avoid small (under 300g)
and dark green (immature)
fruit.
