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If you are storing loquats for local sales or export, the key questions are:
💰 What is the total investment?
🍊 How much fruit can it store?
Here’s a clear, buyer-focused breakdown.
Project Snapshot (Quick Overview)
- Facility Type: Loquat Fresh-Keeping Cold Storage
- Total Area: 200 m²
- Estimated Turnkey Cost: $31,000 – $39,000
- Storage Capacity: ~160–200 metric tons (based on 4–5 m³ per ton for fruit)
- Storage Temperature: 32–41°F (0–5°C)
- Suitable For: Farms, exporters, fruit distributors
Storage Conditions for Loquats
Loquats are temperature-sensitive subtropical fruits, requiring precise storage conditions:
- Recommended Temperature: 32–41°F (0–5°C)
- Humidity: 85–90% RH
- Storage Type: Fresh-keeping cold storage
- Key Risk:
- Below 32°F (0°C) → chilling injury
- Symptoms: skin browning, flesh hardening
Proper temperature and humidity control are essential to maintain quality and reduce spoilage.
Total Investment: What You’re Paying For
A 200 m² loquat cold storage project is a compact agricultural cold chain facility. Your investment mainly goes into:
Refrigeration System (Core Cost)
- Compressor unit
- Condensing system
- Air coolers
- Temperature control system
Insulated Cold Room Structure
- PU insulation panels
- Cold storage doors
- Sealing and moisture-proof systems
Electrical & Installation
- Power supply and wiring
- Control systems and sensors
- Equipment installation
- Basic civil works
Storage Capacity: How Much You Can Store
Using standard fruit storage density:
- 4–5 m³ per ton (fruit storage)
A 200 m² cold room typically provides:
- ~160–200 metric tons of loquat storage capacity
- Suitable for crate stacking or pallet storage
- Ideal for short-term storage and export preparation
Why Costs Vary
Final pricing depends on:
- Equipment quality and energy efficiency
- Local labor and construction costs
- Climate conditions and insulation requirements
- Project design and automation level
Each cold storage project is customized based on your location and operational needs.
Investment & ROI Example (Overseas Market)
Investment Overview
- Location: Cairo, Egypt
- Cold Room Size: 200 m²
- Total Investment: $35,000
- Storage Capacity: ~180 metric tons of loquats
- Storage Type: Fresh-keeping cold storage
Business Value
- Extends loquat shelf life
- Reduces post-harvest losses
- Supports export and distribution
- Improves price flexibility
Estimated Payback Period
1.5–3 years, depending on market demand and turnover rate
Is This Cold Storage Right for You?
This project is ideal if you:
✔ Grow or trade loquats
✔ Supply wholesale markets or supermarkets
✔ Export fresh fruit
✔ Need short-term cold storage to reduce spoilage
Get a Customized Quote
Cold storage costs vary by country, climate, and usage needs.
A professional design ensures better performance and faster ROI.
👉 Contact us for layout planning and a country-specific quotation.