Objective:
The Postharvest and Horticulture Training and Research Center (PHTRC) provides various services to various clients. This includes providing technical assistance on the operation and use of postharvest equipment, technical assistance to students of various levels on projects related to postharvest and horticulture, as well as technical assistance to industry clients on the establishment, operation and/or improvement of new and existing postharvest system for fresh fruits and vegetables.
PHTRC also accepts contract researches. It also performs various analyses of fruits and vegetables, including physiological, physico- chemical, and rheological analyses.
Duration / Date:
Continuing activity
Target / Beneficiaries:
Private individuals, non-government organizations, schools and other universities and government staff, and farmers and traders
Cost of Participation:
Depending on arrangement
Office in Charge:
Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center (PHTRC)
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Contact Details:
Dr. Elda B. Esguerra
OIC-Director or
Dr. Dormita R. Del Carmen
Training Coordinator
PHTRC, UPLB
Tel. nos.: (049) 536-3259 and 536-0081
E-mail: [email protected]