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Research Group of Postharvest Technology

Objective

To develop knowledge and innovation in postharvest technology for reducing postharvest losses, improving postharvest handling efficiency, enhancing quality and safety, and adding value to agricultural produces

 

Mission

To create research and innovation in postharvest technology for sustainability and food security

 

Head of Research Group

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sutthiwal Setha          
Tel: +66 (0) 5391 6754
Email: sutthiwal.set@mfu.ac.th

 

Outstanding Work

No.

Work

Type of work

Summary

1.

Microwave-assisted hot air dryer

Innovation

A microwave-assisted hot air dryer was designed and set up to improve the drying process for ‘Phulae’ pineapple.  Total drying time was successfully reduced to about 7 hours. Without adding any preservatives, the shelf life of dehydrated ‘Phulae’ pineapple was estimated about 6 weeks at room temperature.

 

Collaboration

No.

Collaboration

Type of Collaboration

Summary

1.

Faculty of Agriculture, Kagoshima University, Japan

MOU

- Research Exchange

- Joint Symposium

- Training

- Exchanges Students

- Publications

2.

 Graduate School of Horticulture, Chiba University, Japan

MOU

- Research Exchange

- Exchanges Students

- Publications

3.

School of Science and Health, University of Western Sydney, Australia

 

 

Activity

- Visiting Professor

 

Contact

Assistant Prof. Dr. Sutthiwal Setha
Tel: +66 (0) 5391 6754, +66 (0) 5391 6754, +669 5449 1890
E-mail: sutthiwal.set@mfu.ac.th