ISHS Acta Horticulturae 600: VIII International Controlled Atmosphere Research Conference
EFFECT OF HIGH O2 AND N2 ATMOSPHERES ON STRAWBERRY QUALITY |
| Author: | D. Stewart |
| Keywords: | Fruit, quality, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), oxygen |
| Abstract:
Strawberries were packaged in sealed plastic containers using impermeable polypropylene film and three gas mixtures; 20% O2: 80% N2 (air), 5 % O2: 5% CO2: 90% N2 (high [N2]) and 80% O2: 20% N2 (high [O2]). All MAP regimes dramatically reduced weight loss during storage especially at 4 and 8°C. Overall the fruit subject to high [O2] MAP proved most successful with respect to firmness, cell wall breakdown, appearance and taste. | |
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