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Postharvest physiology of climacteric fruits: recent developments in the biosynthesis and action of ethylene.

Author(s) : PECH J. C., BALAGUE C., LATCHE A., BOUZAYEN M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Ethylene biosynthesis and action can be modulated by environmental factors in order to maintain the quality of fruits as long as possible in the distribution circuits. The mode of action of some of these factors will be reviewed in relation to a number of postharvest technologies including cold storage and controlled or modified atmosphere storage. Recent developments in molecular biology have led to the isolation and characterization of genes involved in ethylene synthesis. Their application in the control of fruit ripening through genetic engineering is in full development.

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  • Original title: Postharvest physiology of climacteric fruits: recent developments in the biosynthesis and action of ethylene.
  • Record ID : 1994-2973
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Sci. Aliments - vol. 14 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 1994
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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