Effect of chitosan coating on some characteristics of mango (Mangifera indica L.) “Ataulfo” subjected to hydrothermal process

Because of the possible presence of immature stages of the Mexican fruit fly, Anastrepha ludens (Loew), the mango fruits cv. Ataulfo are most often treated by immersion in hot water (46.1°C during 90 min. This hydrothermal process has been shown to accelerate the ripening of fruit, but undesirable e...

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Published in:African journal of agricultural research 2011-11, Vol.10 (73), p.5800-5807
Main Author: Miguel Salvador-Figueroa
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Agronomy
Fruits
Insects
Pest control
Science and Technology
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Summary:Because of the possible presence of immature stages of the Mexican fruit fly, Anastrepha ludens (Loew), the mango fruits cv. Ataulfo are most often treated by immersion in hot water (46.1°C during 90 min. This hydrothermal process has been shown to accelerate the ripening of fruit, but undesirable effect can be reversed with the use of coatings of various compositions. The objective for this study was to determine the effect of chitosan coating on physicochemical and biochemical parameters of Ataulfo mango subjected to hydrothermal process. Research methods and results are discussed.
ISSN:1991-637X
1991-637X
DOI:10.5897/AJAR10.784