After conditioning the fruit should be firm.
Further ripening of the fruit can be controlled by time and temperature.

WAREHOUSE STORAGE of Pre-Conditioned Fruit
40°F – 42°F	---------------------------------------	Firm Fruit For: 10 – 14 Days

*Older or Stressed Fruit Will Hold for Less Time*

NOTE: Avocados store better (less chill injury) after PreÐConditioning

RIPENING GUIDE After Pre-Conditioning Ripened fruit is defined as ready to be consumed.
Pulp Temperature		Days required for fruit to ripen for display case:
50°F	---------------------------------------	7–10 Days
60°F	---------------------------------------	3–6 Days
68°F	---------------------------------------	2–4 Days

These are general guidelines – constant monitoring is best

* Temperatures >70°F Can Cause Irregular Ripening and greater decay*