Research Keyword: postharvest physiology

Physiological effects of MAP and calcium chloride treatments on biochemical metabolites and quality stability by reducing respiration rate in sweet cherry fruit during storage

This study examined how treating freshly harvested sweet cherries with calcium chloride and special packaging can keep them fresher longer. Researchers found that combining both treatments was most effective at preventing the fruit from losing weight, developing rot, and breaking down important nutrients. The combined treatment reduced respiration by 77% and better preserved vitamins and beneficial compounds that give cherries their health benefits.

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Effect of Antibacterial Peptide Microsphere Coating on the Microbial and Physicochemical Characteristics of Tricholoma matsutake during Cold Storage

This research demonstrates that coating expensive wild matsutake mushrooms with special antimicrobial peptides wrapped in tiny polymer microspheres can keep them fresh for up to 20 days instead of just 1-3 days. The coating works by protecting mushrooms from water loss, microbial spoilage, and browning while preserving their texture and nutritional quality. This edible coating technology could help mushroom producers sell their products over longer distances and extend availability of these prized wild mushrooms.

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