ISHS Acta Horticulturae 231: II International Symposium on Mango
ADVANCES IN POST-HARVEST PHYSIOLOGY OF MANGO |
| Author: | G. R. Chaplin |
| Abstract:
The shelf life of mangoes is short and limits the market availability of the fruit. This paper reviews the research in post-harvest physiology of the mango during the last fifteen years. Storage methods for mango have been characterized by variable results and the occurrence of physiological disorders. Fruit stored in modified atmospheres often show undesirable responses such as poor colour and eating quality, and the presence of off-flavours. These responses are considered to be examples of CO2 injury. Few studies have shown clear evidence that mango ripening can be inhibited or delayed satisfactorily. Mangoes are susceptible to chilling injury and visible symptoms develop after fruits are exposed to temperatures below about 12°C. There have been few studies on the control or reduction of chilling injury although there is limited evidence that it can be reduced by gradually adapting the fruit to chilling temperatures. There are several other physiological disorders which impair the quality of harvested mango fruit and which are influenced by pre-harvest factors, although little is known of their development, nature and control. | |
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