ShareExtension 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.
Details
- 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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Themes:
Packaging;
Fruit - Keywords: Hot water; Blanching; Treatment; Melon; Cold storage; Packaging; Fruit; Storage life
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