Organic versus Conventionally Grown Produce: Quality Differences, and Guidelines for Comparison Studies
2006; American Society for Horticultural Science; Volume: 41; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.21273/hortsci.41.2.296
ISSN2327-9834
Autores Tópico(s)Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
ResumoOrganic and conventional fruits and vegetables contain compounds with important human health promoting effects. Whether fruits and vegetables grown via organic versus conventional production systems are superior in taste and nutrition, at present, is difficult to say with complete certainty. To ascertain possible quality differences and develop a definitive data base, direct comparative studies of organic vs. conventional produce requires following rigorous guidelines which includes 1) appropriate study approaches (retail market vs. farm vs. research center studies), and 2) standardized preharvest production site, harvest procedural, postharvest handling, and analytical methodology constraints.
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