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Ultraviolet irradiation during postharvest storage increases nectarine susceptibility to surface discoloration.

Author(s) : CANTOS E., TOMÁS-BARBERÁN F. A.

Summary

Nectarines "Snow Queen" with lack of anthocyanin pigmentation were treated with UV light to increase the colour, the quality and extend its storage life. UVB treated fruit showed a yellowish colour when compared with the control while UVC treated fruit showed discoloration (browning) and pitting. Phenolic compounds show insignificant changes. This technological treatment has to be used with caution and under controlled conditions to ensure positive effects and prevent the tissue damage leading to quality loss.

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  • Original title: Ultraviolet irradiation during postharvest storage increases nectarine susceptibility to surface discoloration.
  • Record ID : 2002-2391
  • Languages: English
  • Publication date: 2000/10/19
  • Source: Source: Proc. Murcia Conf., IIR/C. R. Conf. Murcie, IIF
    2000-4; vol. 2; 704-707; tabl.; 3 ref.

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