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Chapters  00:00 - Introduction\u00a0  Overview of GreenWave&#039;s Farmer Forum series and post-harvest handling research  &nbsp;  03:02 - Post-Harvest Fundamentals\u00a0  Understanding kelp respiration and why quality preservation matters after harvest  &nbsp;  08:13 - Salt Reduction Methods\u00a0  Research findings on reducing salt content while maintaining kelp integrity  &nbsp;  13:20 - Blistering Prevention\u00a0  Discovery of how freshwater exposure affects kelp and techniques to delay blistering  &nbsp;  15:55 - Iodine Reduction &amp; Biofouling Management\u00a0  Testing various wash water treatments for removing iodine and biofouling  &nbsp;  20:56 - Storage Conditions Research\u00a0  Optimal temperature, humidity, and packaging methods for extending shelf life  &nbsp;  30:00 - Q&amp;A Session\u00a0  In-depth discussion of research applications for commercial kelp farming\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/hub.greenwave.org\/lms\/resources\/preserving-quality-post-harvest-handling-and-storage-farmer-forum\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Preserving Quality: Post Harvest Handling and Storage | Farmer Forum | Ocean Farming Hub\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Recorded on October 12, 2023  This Farmer Forum webinar explores practical techniques for maintaining kelp quality from harvest to market. 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