Study on the inhibitory mechanism of fig leaf extract against postharvest Fusarium in melon
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Researchers discovered that fig leaves contain natural compounds that can prevent fruit rot caused by Fusarium fungus in melons. When applied to infected melons, the fig leaf extract kills the fungus by damaging its cell membranes and overwhelming it with harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species. This natural treatment could replace chemical fungicides that harm the environment and leave residues on food, offering a safer way to preserve melons during transport and storage.