Recent studies on postharvest physiology and technology of horticultural crops in Japan.

Author(s) : INABA A.

Type of article: Article, Review

Summary

A brief account is given of research carried out in Japan over the past decade on the postharvest physiology, storage and handling of commercially important fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants. Physiological studies reviewed include those relating to fruit ripening, senescence of vegetables and flowers, and ethylene biosynthesis. A summary is also given of work relating to the development of postharvest treatments and handling procedures aimed at maintaining the quality and extending the shelf life of horticultural commodities.

Details

Original title: Recent studies on postharvest physiology and technology of horticultural crops in Japan.
Record ID : 1994-2949
Languages: English
Source: Postharvest News Inf. - vol. 4 - n. 4
Publication date: 1993/08
Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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Indexing

Themes: Fruit;
Vegetables;
Seeds and plants
Keywords: Physiological property; Japan; Cultivation; Controlled atmosphere; Bibliography; Treatment; Harvesting; Quality; Review; Vegetable; Cut flower; Ethylene; Fruit; Storage life