Evaluation of wax to extend the postharvest storage life of honeydew melons (Cucumis melo L. var. inodorus Naud
- 1 January 1994
- journal article
- research article
- Published by CSIRO Publishing in Australian Journal of Experimental Agriculture
- Vol. 34 (3) , 427-429
- https://doi.org/10.1071/ea9940427
Abstract
This experiment evaluated Citruseal wax at 50 and 80% (v/v wax/water) for effects on storage life on Honeydew melons (Cucumis melo L. var. inodorus). Waxing reduced weight loss after 4 and 6 weeks storage at 3�C and 6�C and chilling injury at 3�C. Waxing did not reduce breakdown caused by bacteria or fungi (largely Alternaria and Fusarium spp.) at 3�C. These results indicate that diluted Citruseal wax can be used to reduce water loss and chilling injury at low temperatures.Keywords
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