Sorting:
A sorting room is a space where harvested products from the greenhouse (such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, strawberries, etc.) are graded, cleaned, and prepared for packaging based on size, quality, health, color, and weight.
Main objectives of having a sorting room in greenhouses:
- Improve the visual quality of the product
- Increase the selling price
- Prepare for export
- Enhance product hygiene and shelf life
- Automate processing steps
Technical features of a sorting room:
- Minimum area for small operations: 20 to 50 square meters
- Ventilation system (maintaining optimal temperature of 15–20°C)
- Standard lighting
- Washable surfaces
- Equipment such as: sorting tables, digital scales
- Labeling and carton placement in a designated space
Best location for a sorting room in the greenhouse:
- At the greenhouse exit for quick product access
- Near a small warehouse or cold storage for temporary storage
- At the vehicle loading entrance for easy transportation
