Explain chilling temperatures - method of food Preservation?
(a) Cellar storage temperatures (about 15° C): It is usually used for the storage of surplus foods like root crops, potatoes, onions, apples, etc. for limited periods.
(b) Refrigerator or chilling temperatures (0°C to 5°C): Foods kept at this temperature slows down the microbial activities and chemical changes resulting in spoilage. Mechanical refrigerator or cold storage is used for this purpose. Examples of this include meats, poultry, eggs, fish, fresh milk and milk products, fruits, vegetables, etc. can be preserved for 2-7 days by refrigeration.