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CO2-enriched atmospheres reduce postharvest decay and maintain good quality in highly perishable fruits.

Author(s) : COLELLI G., KADER A. A.

Summary

High CO2 levels in the storage atmosphere greatly reduced rates of respiration, ethylene production, and decay incidence, and significantly contributed to maintaining good quality in "Calymirna" and "Mission" figs and "Chandler" strawberries. CO2-exposed fruits presented higher ethanol and acetaldehyde content in the juice, compared to the control fruits kept in air. Sensory evaluation of strawberry showed that CO2-enriched atmospheres do not necessarily involve off-flavour development. Optimal controlled/modified atmosphere application during transit and temporary storage of these highly-perishable fruits are discussed.

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  • Original title: CO2-enriched atmospheres reduce postharvest decay and maintain good quality in highly perishable fruits.
  • Record ID : 1995-2288
  • Languages: English
  • Source: The post-harvest treatment of fruit and vegetables. Controlled atmosphere storage of fruit and vegetables. Proceedings COST 94.
  • Publication date: 1993/04/22
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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