Optimization of Postharvest Storage Temperature to Preserve Nutritional and Physicochemical Quality of new Mango cv. Chenab Gold
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The preservation of mango quality during storage is essential for reducing post-harvest losses and extending shelf life. This study investigates the effect of different storage temperatures on the quality attributes and shelf life of Mangifera indica cv. Chenab Gold. Mangoes were stored at three temperatures—8°C, 12°C, and 16°C—for 28 days, with periodic evaluations at 0, 7, 14, 21, and 28 days. Key quality parameters, including pH, titratable acidity, total soluble solids (TSS), vitamin C, phenolic and flavonoid contents, color changes, and sensory qualities were assessed. The results indicated that storage at 12°C proved to be the most effective in maintaining the fruit’s quality, balancing slow ripening and minimal nutrient degradation. While storage at 8°C preserved quality, it also led to some signs of chilling injury over prolonged periods. In contrast, higher temperatures, particularly 16°C, accelerated ripening and caused a faster decline in sensory and biochemical properties. The study recommends storing Chenab Gold mangoes at 12°C as the optimal condition to ensure the best quality retention and extended shelf life, especially for export markets.
Source: Planta Animalia
Institution: Ayub Agriculture Research Institute
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4415607366