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Vacuum Infiltration of Calcium Chloride: A Method for Reducing Bitter Pit and Senescence of Apples during Storage at Ambient Temperatures1

Year: 1977

Type: article

Abstract: Bitter pit was controlled and senescence delayed in apples stored at ambient temperature (~20°C) by dipping the fruit in calcium chloride after harvest. The application of a partial vacuum while fruit were submerged was the most effective method. This permitted rinsing of the fruit afterwards to reduce the likelihood of skin injury.

Source: HortScience

DOI: 10.21273/hortsci.12.1.71

Authors: K. J. Scott, R. B. H. Wills

Institutions: University of Otago, Government of New South Wales

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: $3,000