scholarly journals Application of Melatonin in Maintaining Post Harvest Quality of Fruits and Vegetables: A Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
P.S. Gurjar ◽  
Bharati Killadi ◽  
Pawan Kumar Pareek ◽  
T.S. Hada
Keyword(s):  
Pineal Gland ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Cold Storage ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Chilling Injury ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Available Information ◽  
Different Tissues

Melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine) is a nontoxic biological molecule produced naturally in a pineal gland of animals and different tissues of plants. Melatonin acts as an antioxidant during postharvest storage and augments the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Our review highlighted the role of pre and post harvest application of melatonin in extending post harvest shelf life and alleviating chilling injury in fruits and vegetables in cold storage. Review also included available information regarding biosynthesis of melatonin in plants and mode of action of melatonin in maintaining post harvest quality.

scholarly journals Pre-harvest application of salicylic acid influence physicochemical and quality characteristics of ‘Chimarrita’ peaches during cold storage

2019 ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
Jakellinye Miranda ◽  
Suélen Braga de Andrade, Andressa Vighi Schiavon ◽  
Pedro Luis Panisson Kaltbach Lemos ◽  
Cláudia Simone Madruga Lima ◽  
Marcelo Barbosa Malgarim
Keyword(s):  
Salicylic Acid ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Cold Storage ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Soluble Solids ◽  
Acid Solutions ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Hue Angle ◽  
Cold Chamber

Peach is a climacteric highly-perishable fruit whose post-harvest preservation relies largely on cold storage. The combination of the last with other technologies allows to extend the shelf life of this product. One alternative is the utilization of salicylic acid, a natural compound involved in many physiological phenomena such as resistance against diseases and ripening. Considering these facts, the objective of the present work was to evaluate the effect of pre-harvest application of salicylic acid solutions on the quality of ‘Chimarrita’ peaches during post-harvest cold storage. The experiment was conducted at the Federal University of Pelotas/RS, in the campus of Capão do Leão/RS - Brazil. The application of salicylic acid solutions was performed by direct pulverization on the fruits, 30 days prior to harvest. The concentrations were: 0,0 (control); 1,0; 1,5; and 2,0 mM. After harvest, the fruits were stored in a cold chamber at 1,0 ± 0,5°C and 85-90% RH, for 30 days. The analyses were performed at the following cold storage periods (plus 2 days at room temperature of 20°C to all treatments, in order to simulate commercialization conditions): 10 (+2) days; 20 (+2) days; e 30 (+2) days. The variables evaluated were: mass loss (%); flesh firmness (N); DA index; color (L, a*, b* and hue angle); wooliness incidence (%); rot incidence (%); total soluble solids (°Brix); pH; titrable acidity (% of organic acids); and ratio. The salicylic acid doses and/or the cold storage periods had significant effects on all the evaluated parameters. For most of the parameters analyzed, the intermediate dosis of 1mM (and also 1,5mM) of salicilic acid showed the most promising results. Therefore, the application of salicylic acid solutions 30 days prior to harvest is a technique which can be combined to cold storage in order to shift the quality and the shelf-life of ‘Chimarrita’ peaches.

scholarly journals Effect of hydrocooling, packaging, and cold storage on the post-harvest quality of peppermint (Mentha piperita L.)

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (1 suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 248-255
Author(s):  
C.K.R. BARBOSA ◽  
M.C.M. FONSECA ◽  
T.P. SILVA ◽  
F.L. FINGER ◽  
V.W.D. CASALI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shelf Life ◽  
Chlorophyll Content ◽  
Cold Storage ◽  
Reducing Sugars ◽  
Soluble Sugars ◽  
Postharvest Quality ◽  
Mentha Piperita ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Randomized Design

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to assess the effects of hydrocooling and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) perforated and non-perforated packaging on post-harvest quality of peppermint (Mentha piperita L.) leaves stored at 5 and 25ºC. The experiments were conducted using a subdivided parcel layout in a completely randomized design with four replicates. Each parcel used a 2x3 layout (two hydrocooling treatments and three packaging treatments) with subparcels for storage time. The shelf life, chlorophyll content, mass loss (ML), relative water content (RWC), total soluble sugars (TSS), reducing sugars (Red), non-reducing sugars (NRed) and starch of the leaves were determined. Cold storage increased the shelf life of the peppermint by up to 64 times (>15 days). Hydrocooling increased the RWC of the leaves. Plastic packaging was effective in maintaining the RWC. Unperforated packages more effectively prevented ML in the peppermint leaves and prevented the leaves from wilting for a longer period of time. The chlorophyll content of the leaves varied according to the treatment. The soluble sugars and starch levels varied according to RWC. Hydrocooling with the use of non-perforated plastic packages was the most effective method for maintaining the postharvest quality of the peppermint.

scholarly journals Genotype influence on shelf life behaviour of minimal processed loquat (Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl.) fruit: the role of sugar, acid organics and phenolic compounds

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Giuseppe Sortino ◽  
Alessio Allegra ◽  
Vittorio Farina ◽  
Maria Lucia Valeria De Chiara ◽  
Paolo Inglese
Keyword(s):  
Ascorbic Acid ◽  
Organic Acids ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Chilling Injury ◽  
Great Influence ◽  
Eriobotrya Japonica ◽  
Minimally Processed ◽  
Carotene Content

Abstract Background Loquat cultivars cultivated in Southern Italy are very appreciated by consumers for their sensorial characteristics, such as persistent aroma and taste. Apposite maturity indexes for peeling and processing loquat fruit were investigated to increase diffusion of minimally processed loquat. The genotype’s effect on the minimally processed loquat fruit shelf life and quality harvested at commercial maturity (80% yellow color) was investigated on peeled fruit stored at 5 °C for 10 days. The role of sugars, organic acids and phenols composition was observed through in depth qualitative analysis. In addition, several qualitative analyses were carried out to determine the quality of minimal processed fruit. Results Loquat fruits harvested at commercial ripening stage performed very good palatability and flesh color persistency. Late ripening fruits genotypes shown a low rate of pulp oxidation and quality decay, while early ripening fruits were not suitable for fresh-cut. Genotype had a great influence on weight loss, β-carotene content, fruit respiration, ascorbic acid and total phenols content during the shelf life. Conclusions This work shows how the amount of the composition of sugars and organic acids as an intrinsic characteristic of genotype influences the quality of loquat fruits minimal processed. The higher values of glucose, sorbitol and ascorbic acid accumulated in the cv ‘Nespolone Trabia’ contributed to a reduction in chilling injury and oxidative stress after cutting. Graphical Abstract

Understanding the Role of Chlorine and Ozone to Control Postharvest Diseases in Fruit and Vegetables: A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 455-461
Author(s):  
Gabriela M. Baia ◽  
Otniel Freitas-Silva ◽  
Murillo F. Junior
Keyword(s):  
Chlorine Dioxide ◽  
Broad Spectrum ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Residual Effects ◽  
Pathogenic Microorganisms ◽  
Postharvest Diseases ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
By Products

Fruits and vegetables are foods that come into contact with various types of microorganisms from planting to their consumption. A lack or poor sanitation of these products after harvest can cause high losses due to deterioration and/ or pathogenic microorganisms. There are practically no post-harvest fungicides or bactericides with a broad spectrum of action that have no toxic residual effects and are safe. However, to minimize such problems, the use of sanitizers is an efficient device against these microorganisms. Chlorine is the most prevalent sanitizing agent because of its broad spectrum, low cost and well-established practices. However, the inevitable formation of disinfection by-products, such as trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acids (HAAs), is considered one of the main threats to food safety. Alternative sanitizers, such as chlorine dioxide (ClO2) and ozone, are becoming popular as a substitute for traditional post-harvest treatments. Thus, this review addresses the use of chlorine, chlorine dioxide and ozone emphasizing aspects, such as usage, safe application, spectrum of action and legislation. In order to ensure the quality and safety of final products, the adoption of well-prepared sanitation and sanitation programs for post-harvest fruits and vegetables is essential.

scholarly journals Active and Intelligent Packaging with Phase Change Materials to Promote the Shelf Life Extension of Food Products

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sasi Madhan ◽  
Christophe Espírito Santo ◽  
Luís P. Andrade . ◽  
Pedro D. Silva . ◽  
Pedro D. Gaspar .
Keyword(s):  
Phase Change ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Phase Change Materials ◽  
Active Packaging ◽  
Life Extension ◽  
Box Dimension ◽  
Intelligent Packaging ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Shelf Life Extension

Active packaging aims to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables using active agents such as Oxygen, Carbon-di-oxide, ethylene scavengers and moisture absorber. Intelligent packaging provides information about the fruits quality inside the package to the customer and this packaging technology detects the internal changes of fruits and vegetables using sensors and indicators. Further to improve the post-harvest storage PCM such as Rubitherm can be used depending on the package box dimension to remove the field heat from the products and maintain its temperature with low variation during transport and display. Gel packs having less weight with PET and PS can also be an alternate method in the packaging. The application of these technologies may lead to a revolution in post-harvest storage, transportation, and further retail sale. This paper reviews the theoretical principles of food packaging and recent developments in packaging technologies using PCMs. Keywords: Active packaging, Intelligent packaging, Phase change materials, Shelf life extension, Fruits

scholarly journals The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (Halyomorpha halys Stål.) Influences Pungent and Non-Pungent Capsicum cultivars’ Pre- and Post-Harvest Quality

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 2252
Author(s):  
Tilen Zamljen ◽  
Robert Veberic ◽  
Metka Hudina ◽  
Ana Slatnar
Keyword(s):  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Metabolic Response ◽  
Fold Increase ◽  
Invasive Pest ◽  
Halyomorpha Halys ◽  
Stink Bug ◽  
Severe Damage ◽  
Post Harvest ◽  
Entire Plant

Halyomorpha halys is an important invasive pest that causes severe damage to fruits and vegetables. Peppers are susceptible to infestation by H. halys, resulting in yield losses. Plants respond to the insect infestation with a metabolic response. With this study, we attempted to determine the intensity of the metabolic response of infested peppers, how pungent and non-pungent peppers react to the infestation, and how the H. halys affects the post-harvest quality of both cultivars. The shelf life of the infested peppers did not change compared to the control treatments. We observed a drastic decrease in metabolite levels after storage in all three treatments in both cultivars, especially capsaicinoids, with an approximate decrease of 30% in the pericarp and 95% in the placenta of the pungent ‘Eris F1’. In some cases, the accumulation of metabolites was not limited to the fruit exposed to the H. halys infestation, but to the entire plant. We observed a 15-fold increase in capsaicinoid content in the infested fruits of cultivar ‘Eris F1’ and a 4-fold increase in the pericarp of cultivar ‘Lombardo tago’, which could lead to a possible further study on the defensive function of capsaicinoids and their use against H. halys.

Application of the sensory evaluation method when using the accelerated storage technique

2021 ◽  
pp. 15-17
Author(s):  
Елена Анатольевна Юрова ◽  
Татьяна Викторовна Кобзева
Keyword(s):  
Shelf Life ◽  
Evaluation Method ◽  
Main Task ◽  
Long Term Storage ◽  
Organoleptic Characteristics ◽  
Accelerated Storage ◽  
Shelf Stable

Основной задачей для обеспечения качества функциональных продуктов длительного хранения является наличие методов оценки срока годности, применение которых позволит оценить не только качество продукта, но и его функциональные свойства на протяжении всего срока годности продукта. В настоящее время установлена возможность разработки методики ускоренного хранения для функциональных продуктов на молочной основе длительного хранения с применением метода ASLT и математического моделирования, исходя из имеющихся наработанных статистических данных по показателям окислительной порчи, содержанию свободных аминокислот и параметрам оценки продуктов гидролиза белка. В данной работе приведена оценка роли органолептического анализа при подтверждении срока годности продукции, рассмотрены основные процессы, влияющие на изменение органолептических характеристик при хранении. По результатам выполненной работы даны рекомендации по использованию метода органолептической оценки применительно к функциональным продуктам на молочной основе при использовании методики ускоренного хранения. The main task for ensuring the quality of functional shelf-stable products is the availability of methods for assessing the shelf life, the use of which will allow not only assessing the quality of the product, but also its functional properties throughout the entire shelf life of the product. Currently, the possibility of developing a method of accelerated storage for functional milk-based products for long-term storage using the ASLT method and mathematical modeling has been established, based on the available accumulated statistical data on indicators of oxidative spoilage, the content of free amino acids and parameters for evaluating protein hydrolysis products. This work evaluates the role of organoleptic analysis in confirming the shelf life of products, considers the main processes that affect the change in organoleptic characteristics during storage. Based on the results of the work performed, recommendations were given on the use of the method of organoleptic assessment in relation to functional milk-based products when using the accelerated storage method.

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