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Influence of Preharvest Sprays of Calcium Salts and Wax on Fruit Quality of Red Raspberry

Year: 1972

Type: article

Abstract: Preharvest sprays of CaCl 2 , Ca(NO 3 ) 2 , or water soluble wax increased berry size (by wt) and decreased the rate of softening during storage for 48 hr at 21°C. In a split plot experiment, with 4 cvs. and 3 dates of harvest, preharvest sprays of wax increased firmness but had no effect on total acidity, acid loss, water loss, or fungal decay. There were, however, significant interactions between cvs. and harvest dates in relation to firmness, acidity, and rot development.

Source: Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science

DOI: 10.21273/jashs.97.6.706

Authors: C. A. Eaves, C. L. Lockhart, R. Stark, D. L. Craig

Institution: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Language: English

Topic: Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,500