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Postharvest heat conditioning effects on early ripening 'Gialla' cactus pear fruit.

Author(s) : SCHIRRA M., AGABBIO M., D'AQUINO S., MCCOLLUM T. G.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The influence of postharvest heat conditioning at 38 deg C for 24, 48 or 72 hours on ripe Gialla cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) fruits produced by the spring flush was investigated during 21 days of storage at 6 deg C and 90-95% relative humidity followed by 7 days at 20 deg C and 70-75% relative humidity (simulated marketing). Conditioning for 24-72 hours reduced by 50% the severity of chilling injury on cactus pears following exposure to cold storage. Treatment for 24-72 hours was also effective in reducing decay, with conditioning for 24 hours being the most effective. More detailed information is given.

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  • Original title: Postharvest heat conditioning effects on early ripening 'Gialla' cactus pear fruit.
  • Record ID : 1999-1680
  • Languages: English
  • Source: HortScience - vol. 32 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1997

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