Research Keyword: post-harvest disease

Application of a Pickering Emulsion Stabilized by Zein and Cellulose Nanocrystalline Composite Particles to Preserve Kiwifruit

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Researchers developed a new type of protective coating for kiwifruit that prevents fungal decay and extends shelf life. This coating is made from natural materials (corn protein and cellulose nanoparticles) combined with carvacrol, a natural antimicrobial compound. The coating is stable, effective, and safe for human consumption, offering a promising alternative to traditional chemical fungicides for preserving fresh fruits.

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The biocontrol potential of endophyte Bacillus velezensis to reduce post-harvest tomato infection caused by Rhizopus microsporus

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Researchers tested a naturally occurring bacteria called Bacillus velezensis as a safe alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting tomatoes from rot-causing mold. The bacteria produces special compounds that can kill or slow down the growth of Rhizopus microsporus, a fungus that commonly spoils tomatoes after harvest. While the results show promise, the effectiveness varied depending on which specific strain of bacteria and mold was used, suggesting more research is needed to fine-tune the approach.

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Morphological, molecular, and biological characterization of bulb rot pathogens in stored Lanzhou lily and the in vitro antifungal efficacy of three plant essential oils

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Lanzhou lily is a valuable medicinal and food plant that loses 20-25% of its crop annually due to fungal rot during storage. Researchers identified the main culprit as a fungus called Fusarium oxysporum and found that natural essential oils from cinnamon, tea tree, and angelica plants can effectively inhibit this fungus’s growth. Cinnamon essential oil proved most effective and could serve as a natural alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting stored lily bulbs.

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The Antimicrobial Extract Derived from Pseudomonas sp. HP-1 for Inhibition of Aspergillus flavus Growth and Prolongation of Maize Seed Storage

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Researchers discovered that a beneficial bacterium called Pseudomonas sp. HP-1 can produce a natural compound that effectively prevents mold contamination in stored maize seeds. The extract from this bacterium showed strong antifungal activity against Aspergillus flavus, a major cause of aflatoxin contamination in grain storage. The main protective compound was identified as phenazinecarboxylic acid, which works by damaging the cell membranes of fungal cells. This finding offers a promising eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemical fungicides for protecting stored crops.

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Genome resource of Phlyctema vagabunda strain 19EL15, a pathogen of post-harvest bull’s eye rot of apple

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Scientists sequenced the complete genetic blueprint of a fungus called Phlyctema vagabunda that causes serious damage to apples and pears after harvest, particularly creating brown spots called bull’s eye rot. The fungus is found across Europe and North America and costs farmers significant money in crop losses. This genetic information will help researchers better understand how the fungus works and develop better ways to prevent or manage the disease.

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