Effect of ethylene on storage life of lettuce.

Author(s) : KIM G. H., WILLS R. B. H.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Lowering the proportion of ethylene in the atmosphere can prolong the storage life of lettuce kept at 0 or 20 deg C, by inhibiting browning of leaves. Lettuce storage can be improved through packaging in polyethylene bags and by adding potassium permanganate.

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  • Original title: Effect of ethylene on storage life of lettuce.
  • Record ID : 1996-2918
  • Languages: English
  • Source: J. Sci. Food Agric. - vol. 69 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 1995

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