Year: 1991
Type: article
Abstract: The postharvest development of peteca rind pitting in `Meyer' lemons [Citrus meyeri (Y.) Tan] was aggravated by citrus wax application and fruit brushing. Increasing brushing time increased the incidence of the disorder. Polyethylene-based waxes induced more peteca than carnauba-based wax formulations. Ethylene degreening and/or storage before waxing decreased fruit susceptibility, while application of the fungicide guazatine did not increase peteca incidence. Storage between 10 and 25C had no effect on injury levels. Chemical name used: bis(8-guanidino-octyl) amine (guazatine).
Source: HortScience
Author: B.L. Wild
Institution: Government of New South Wales
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W2182745682