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Extension of muskmelon storage life through the use of hot water treatment and polyethylene wraps.

Author(s) : MAYBERRY K. S., HARTZ T. K.

Type of article: Article

Summary

In trials in California techniques to extend storage life of netted muskmelons were evaluated. Use of polyethylene bags either as individual melon wraps or as liners for 18-kg commercial cartons, minimized water loss and deterioration of the fruits. A 3-minute dip in water at 60 deg C effectively checked surface mould development on wrapped fruits. The combination of polyethylene bags and hot water treatment maintained high quality marketable fruits for at least 28 days of storage at 3 deg C.

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  • Original title: Extension of muskmelon storage life through the use of hot water treatment and polyethylene wraps.
  • Record ID : 1994-2965
  • Languages: English
  • Source: HortScience - vol. 27 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1992

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