ShareEffect of maleic hydrazide (MH) and curing on the quality of Kharif onion (Allium cepa L.) during storage.
Author(s) : MUKESH KUMAR, PRASAD B., MANDAL G.
Type of article: Article
Summary
The effects of maleic hydrazide (MH) and curing (sun drying for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days) on the storage life and quality of onions cv. N-53 were studied in India. Foliar application of MH reduced rooting during storage, maintained a higher percentage of healthy bulbs during storage, and maintained quality. MH treatments in combination with curing further enhanced quality aspects during storage.
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- Original title: Effect of maleic hydrazide (MH) and curing on the quality of Kharif onion (Allium cepa L.) during storage.
- Record ID : 2003-1407
- Languages: English
- Source: J. Interacad. - vol. 4 - n. 3
- Publication date: 2000
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Themes:
Food quality and safety. Microbiology;
Vegetables - Keywords: Treatment; Quality; Chemical; Onion; Vegetable; India; Storage life
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