This paper presents a discussion of the shortcomings of currently used algorithms for controlling ventilation and air conditioning equipment for fruit, vegetable and potato stores. It also offers modern adaptive and predictive control algorithms for microclimate that reduce or eliminate the disadvantages of currently used control algorithms. Implementation of the described adaptive and predictive systems to control microclimate parameters inside the stores is likely to improve the quality of the produce and economic effects of stores. It is also possible to make use of the algorithms during energy-saving control over the microclimate in stores based on the weather forecast. However, the technological viability of the adaptive or predictive control systems calls for knowledge of a model of the technological process and model control system.