Abstract

The aim of this study was to compare the physiological and physicochemical characteristics of Laiyang pears after 40 days of storage at 3±1°C under both MV and CA storage systems. During the storage period, physiological and physicochemical characteristics of the fruits were evaluated at an interval of 8 days. The results showed that respiratory intensity, ethylene production, relative conductivity and malondialdehyde were decreased in fruits stored under MV storage systems. It could also inhibit the reduction of fruit weight loss, firmness, total soluble solids and titratable acidity. Compared to CA storage systems, MV storage systems have better ability to prolong the shelf life and to maintain the fruit quality of Laiyang pears.

Keywords:

Laiyang pear, micro-vacuum equipment, physiological characteristics, physicochemical characteristics,

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