Packing
Competency C5. Demonstrate proper methods to harvest, handle, and store crops.
Description
The type of crop being produced affects the packing system used. Packing systems discussed might include shallow crates/trays, deep crates, bins, and bags. The discussion could also cover why specific packing methods may be appropriate for some crops, and not for others.
Resources
- Packaging Requirements for Fruits and Vegetables
- Vegetable crates for sale
- Wholesale Packing Resource Guide
- Vegetable Packing Ideas
- Cruisin' for a Bruisin' Food Packaging Specialist Lesson
- Food Packaging Lesson Plan
- Green Packaging Lesson Plan
- How to Gift Wrap a Christmas Poinsettia
- How to Wrap a Poinsettia with Dollar Store Wrapping Paper
- How to Wrap a Flower Bouquet
- Flower Bouquet Activity
- Visit a local producer and observe/discuss packing methods
Teaching Methods
Brainstorming, Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Field Trip, Resource People