Storage of grapes: new alternatives to sulphur dioxide (SO2).

Conservation du raisin de table : les nouvelles alternatives au dioxyde de soufre (SO2).

Type of article: Article

Summary

SO2 is widely used in combating Botrytis cinerea. SO2 can be applied in two ways: periodic fumigation in sulphating chambers or by using generating sachets included in the packaging. However, environmental problems can be associated with use of this gas - phytotoxicity can cause changes in the colour of the fruit and increased residue. An experimental programme investigating other processes was implemented at Cefel in 1996 and focuses on Chasselas and Muscat varieties.

Details

Original title: Conservation du raisin de table : les nouvelles alternatives au dioxyde de soufre (SO2).
Record ID : 2002-0242
Languages: French
Source: Infos Ctifl - n. 168
Publication date: 2001/01
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Indexing

Themes: Food engineering;
Fruit
Keywords: France; Controlled atmosphere; Research; Grape; Storage; Process; Fruit