Application of Gamma Irradiation Technology to Food and Agriculture

Gamma irradiation can be used to preserve food and agricultural products thereby reducing post-harvest losses and assuring food security and price stability year round. Services to be provided by the SHESTCO gamma irradiation plant include:

Sprouting inhibition of roots and tubers.

Insect disinfestations of grains.

Extension of shelf life and quarantine control of export products.

Microbial decontamination and reduction of pathogenic microorganisms..

Delayed ripening in fruits.