Evaluation of wax to extend the postharvest storage life of honeydew melons (Cucumis melo L. var. inodorus Naud.).

Author(s) : EDWARDS M., BLENNERHASSETT R.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Waxing reduced weight loss after 4 and 6 weeks of storage at 3 or 6 deg C and chilling injury at 3 deg C. Waxing did not reduce breakdown caused by bacteria or fungi (largely Alternaria and Fusarium spp.) at 3 deg C.

Details

  • Original title: Evaluation of wax to extend the postharvest storage life of honeydew melons (Cucumis melo L. var. inodorus Naud.).
  • Record ID : 1996-0249
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Aust. J. exp. Agric. - vol. 34 - n. 3
  • Publication date: 1994

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