Effect of CA-storage on the physical and sensorial quality of 'Rocha' pear

A. C. Galvis-Sánchez, Susana Caldas Fonseca, A. M. M. B. Morais, F. X. Malcata

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Abstract

The effect of several storage factors (storage time, time in the open air at room temperature, and concentrations of O2 and CO2) were evaluated for the pear cultivar 'Rocha' following CA and NA storage. Colour was affected by the time in the open air and the concentrations of O 2 and CO2, via their linear, quadratic and cross interaction effects. Firmness was affected by all factors tested. Sensorial evaluation confirmed the results pertaining to colour and firmness, and permitted detection of the influence of storage conditions upon juiciness and sweetness.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the International Conference
Subtitle of host publicationpostharvest unlimited
Pages691-695
Number of pages5
Volume599
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 28 Feb 2003
EventInternational Conference: Postharvest Unlimited - Leuven, Belgium
Duration: 11 Jun 200214 Jun 2002

Publication series

NameActa Horticulturae
ISSN (Print)0567-7572

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference: Postharvest Unlimited
Country/TerritoryBelgium
Period11/06/0214/06/02

Keywords

  • Colour
  • Firmness
  • Juiciness
  • Modelling
  • Sweetness

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