Highlights•Fresh produce continues to give off moisture even under saturated conditions.•
Respiration and transpiration both plays an important role in moisture evolution.•Moisture
condensation on product surface promotes growth of spoilage microorganisms.•Humidity-
regulating tray offers a novel approach for moisture control.•Integrative mathematical model
presents possible solution for package optimisation.Transpiration has various adverse
effects on postharvest quality and the shelf-life of fresh fruit and vegetables (FFV). If not …