- Author: Mary E. Reed
A five day intensive study of current technologies and best practices associated with the postharvest handling of fresh fruits and vegetables will be offered in Antalya, Turkey.
Offered collaboratively by the University of California, Davis, and Akdeniz University in Antalya, Turkey, this exciting course will be offered April 13-17, 2009. The course is limited to 25 participants from countries with developing or emerging economies. It is designed specifically as a "train the trainer" educational outreach event for public and private sector professionals interested in quality assurance and extension activities related to fresh produce quality, safety and marketability. Three field trips are also scheduled.
Course instructors include:
- Adel Kader
- Michael Reid
- Marita Cantwell
- Beth Mitcham
- Jim Gorny
- Mustafa Erkan and Associates
The course will be held at the Dedeman Antalya Resort Hotel & Convention Center, immediately after the International Postharvest Symposium (April 8-12). For more information, or to register on-line: http://ucanr.org/antalyashortcourse
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