ABSTRACT Bael fruit pulp was treated with pectinase enzyme for the easy extraction and high recovery of juice with nutritive properties. The response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN) modeling were carried out on runs of Box-Behnken design of three variables for the optimization process and identification of the best modeling method. Pectinase concentration of 0.22 g/100 g

ABSTRACT Polyploidy can be observed in citrus species which often enables better adaptation to environmental stresses. In this context, this paper aimed to develop stable tetraploid C35 citrange by in vitro colchicine treatments. Seed-derived explants were obtained by a germination experiment using several concentrations of GA3. Culturing seeds of C35 without seed coat on MT basal medium with the addition

ABSTRACT In the current study, the biochemical components, antioxidant activity, antibacterial activity, and antimutagenic activity of 5 plum (Demal, White Cancur, Cancur, Red plum, and Sugar plum) fruits grown in Posof/Ardahan, Turkey were investigated. While other genotypes are cultured, Demal genotype grows wild. The highest total ascorbic acid (TAC; 454 mg/100 g FW (fresh weight)) and total flavonoid

ABSTRACT Sabz fig cultivar has the highest yield and quality of dried fig fruits among Iranian fig genotypes. The quality of dried figs is affected by harvesting, drying, disinfection, and storage methods, while the combined effect of existing methods has not yet been determined. The aim of this study was to compare these methods and to introduce suitable operations to maintain quality, reduce losses

ABSTRACT Ecuador is the main exporter of passion fruit concentrate. Passion fruit production is located in the subtropical areas of the Ecuadorian coast and, due to the geographical location of the country, it is possible to harvest fruit throughout the year. However, the production yield in Ecuador is low compared to other countries because there is little genetic improvement and there is little information

ABSTRACT In highbush blueberries, Vaccinium corymbosum L., three sprayers and two water spray volumes were compared for spray coverage and control of key insect pests and diseases. For evaluation of coverage in 2007, sprayers applied kaolin clay to bushes and percent surface area of black cards covered by kaolin was analyzed. In 2008, bushes were sprayed with methoxyfenozide and captan, and the material

ABSTRACT Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is one of the most popular fruits which is rich in nutrients and varied in cultivars including Hybrid, Wonderful (a sweet and delicious fruit with big size), and Seedless (sweet taste and very juicy). In this research, micropropagation of hybrid pomegranate cultivar (Wonderful and Seedless) was investigated. For the primary culture, the lateral and apical buds

ABSTRACT Decrease in photosynthesis results from high leaf temperature, photosynthetic photon flux density, and UV-B. Here, we investigated whether a reflective material (kaolin) could improve photosynthetic performance and yield of clementine (Citrus clementina Hort. ex Tan., “Comune” cultivar) in southern Italy. Kaolin was sprayed on tree canopies every month during two summers; gas exchange, fluorimetry

ABSTRACT Two related underutilized plants from breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) and breadnut (Artocarpus camansi) were explored for their antioxidant and toxicity potential. Maceration with water was employed for the sake of safety and easiness. Various parts of both plants, namely leaves, fruit peel, anthocarp, and breadnut achene, were investigated. The antioxidant assays employed in this study were

ABSTRACT Drying is an essential unit operation in the food industry, with novel technologies introduced day after day. This study aimed to investigate different drying methods of apple using the continuous microwave, pulsed microwave (PM), and convective hot-air (CH) with and without ultrasound (U) pretreatment. Results showed that simultaneous U – PM – CH drying significantly reduced drying time.

ABSTRACT An experiment was carried out to investigate the effect of prepared chitosan:pullulan (50:50) blend edible coating enriched with pomegranate peel extract on the quality, sensory attributes and shelf life of litchi fruit cv. Deshi throughout the 18 days storage period at room (23 ± 3ºC, RH- 40-45%) and cold (4 ± 3ºC, RH- 90-95%) temperature. The recorded results revealed that the application

ABSTRACT Sarılop (Calimyrna) fig is an important dried variety known in the countries worldwide where fig cultivation is carried out caprification of this type of fig is required for its effect on yield and quality. For this purpose, fruit and pollen size, shape class, and surface sculpture are determined to identify male genotypes. In this study, these characteristics were examined for 12 genotypes

ABSTRACT Total phenol, phenolic compound, total oil, fatty acid, protein contents of walnut kernels from nine different cultivars and six genotypes grown in the USA were investigated. Total phenolic content was found to range from 540.08 to 1067.81 mg GAE/100 g dw, with three cultivars containing a value of or over 1000 mg GAE/100 g dw. A total of seven phenolic compounds were quantified, and their

ABSTRACT In this study, phylogenetic analysis of some Turkish Prunus armeniaca L. genotypes was conducted based on RAPD-PCR, ISSR-PCR, and chloroplast DNA (trnL-F) sequence analyses. Prunus armeniaca genotypes were obtained from Malatya province, and brought to the laboratory for genomic DNA isolation. Eleven RAPD and fifteen ISSR primers were used to determine molecular characterization of Prunus

ABSTRACT Phyllanthus acidus L. (jimbilin), a species within the Phyllanthaceae family has origins in Madagascar. The tree is now established as a native of the South American countries of Colombia and Brazil with wide distribution within tropical and sub-tropical countries. The fruit which is tart in taste has a greenish yellow exterior and a white to cream colored fleshy interior covering a pit of

ABSTRACT Nearly half (45%) of the U.S. peach production is sold through the fresh market sector, making post-harvest disinfectant washing treatments a critical step for reducing surface microorganisms. This study was conducted to determine the effects of various disinfectant washing treatments on the surface decontamination of fresh whole freestone peaches. Minimal application of disinfectant washing

Commercial disinfectants were used within a hydrocooler to prevent postharvest diseases of sweet cherries and to extend the storage and shelflife durations. Different concentrations of sodium hypochlorite, peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide and Citrox® were used in in vitro experiments whereby the toxicity of disinfectants on B. cinerea and P. expansum spore germination and germ tube elongation was

This study was aimed at the effects of ozonation and conventional pasteurization process on chemical properties, antioxidant activity, phenolic substances, and sugar composition of apple juice. Microbial and chemical properties analyses were carried out. Determination of phenolic substances and sugar profile analysis in apple juice samples was performed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography;

Potential of putrescine (PUT) and salicylic acid (SA) as postharvest dip treatments on maintaining quality and extending the shelf life of lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) fruit cv. Local was investigated. Fruit harvested at commercially mature stage were dipped in different concentrations of PUT (0.5, 1.0, and 1.5 mmolL−1), SA (1.0, 2.0, and 3.0 mmolL−1), and control (0.0 mmolL-1) for 15 minutes

Dragon fruit powder (DFP) is a rich source of fiber (15.7%) and phytochemicals (Gallic acid). Commercial dragon fruit use is limited to ready to serve and other fruit products. Because of the large-scale consumption of biscuits on a global level, there is a need for the development of high fiber biscuits enriched with nutraceuticals. In the present study, an attempt was made to develop biscuit from

The cultivar ‘G × N-9’ is an almond x peach hybrid rootstock, the main characteristic of which is resistance to several root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.). Although its propagation by hardwood cutting in the fall is recommended, optimization of ‘G × N-9’ in vitro propagation is currently needed. Thus, the objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of the cytokinins [6-benzylaminopurine

The present investigation was conducted to evaluate the variation in nutritive contents in wild-growing fruits of Emblica officinalis . Fruits of E. officinalis were collected from twenty-eight naturally growing populations in different parts of Garhwal-Himalaya, Uttarakhand, India. Several fruit properties including number of fruits kg−1, fruit weight, fruit diameter, fruit length, fruit volume, pulp

1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) extends shelf-life of banana fruit, however, it induces uneven ripening. The strong effect 1-MCP has on ethylene receptors probably condition the fruit to ripen unevenly. Combined application of 1-MCP and ethephon has been reported to alleviate this negative effect. However, limited work reported the effect of the treatment at cold storage. Hence, the present study determined

An investigation was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of different MAP films viz., low-density polyethylene (LDPE)-film (25 μ), LDPE-film (38 μ), polypropylene (PP)-film (25 μ), PP-film (38 μ), LDPE-film (25 μ) with pinholes, LDPE-film (38 μ) with pinholes, PP-film (25 μ) with pinholes, and PP-film (38 μ) with pinholes on cold-storage life and fruit quality of ‘Kinnow’ (Citrus nobilis Lour x C. deliciosa

Lygus spp. are major pests of the California strawberry industry and have prompted growers to purchase and use machines called “bug vacuums” to mitigate damage throughout the production season. The aim of this work was to design, develop and evaluate a vacuum to mechanically remove and eliminate Lygus spp. from California strawberry fields at higher rates than existing vacuum systems. Field tests of

Date palm pollen storage is becoming more and more necessary due to the asynchronous maturation of male and female flowers that, frequently, occurs, during the last years in Tunisia. However, little information is available on the pollen viability and favorable storage conditions. The present study aims to compare date palm pollen storage at three temperatures (25 ± 2°C, 4°C and −20°C) and to evaluate

Peach (Prunus persica) is a highly perishable fruit with short shelf-life and susceptible to mechanical damage during harvest and post-harvest operations such as sorting, processing, packaging, and transport. Therefore, converting peaches into dehydrated products will not only reduce their post-harvest losses but also retain their nutritional and sensory qualities. The current study aimed at the optimization

Drying method, which is one of the oldest preservation methods, is important for preserving fruits. Date palm fruit is an important food in human nutrition due to some vitamins, minerals, sugar, phenolic components, and high fiber content. In the literature, date palm drying was not studied sufficiently in the aspect of mathematical modeling and the effect of drying process on the microbiological properties

Drip fertigation has potential to reduce fertilizer dose in comparison to surface application in coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) by increasing its’ use efficiency in the Eastern Gangetic plains of South Asia. A long-term field experiment (2007–2013) was conducted on Inceptisol to evaluate 100% of the soil test-based recommended fertilizer dose (RDF; N:P2O5:K2O applied at 500:250:750 g palm−1 year−1) in

The aim of this study was to confirm the hypothesis that pretest temperature changes could alter the cold hardiness of the grapevine dormant buds and eventually the result of differential thermal analysis (DTA) test. For this reason, dormant buds of ‘Karaerik’ grape cultivar were collected at different times and tested using different DTA procedures. Dormant buds taken at nine different sampling temperatures

Erwinia amylovora Burrill. is the most important disease affecting quince cultivation and breeding of resistant varieties is seen as the key solution. As a result of hybridizations, 223 hybrids were obtained from 9 different combinations and susceptibility indexes (SI) of these hybrids were determined by artificial inoculations. Among the tested seven parental cultivars, Ege 25, Altın 35, Zeybek 35

Chinese Torreya (Torreya grandis cv Merrillii) is a vital tree crop species in China’s subtropical region. The industrial plantations of this tree have been broadly established across the region. A study on the fruit size and frequency distribution is necessary to the plantation management and the design of machine processing. We measured Chinese Torreya trees and the fruit size at two sites in Zhuji

Coruh Valley located in Northeastern part of Turkey is accepted one of the 34 hotspots for plant biodiversity area by International Union for Conservation of Nature. In this study, 22 seed propagated summer apple genotypes were evaluated using a number of phenological, morphological, and biochemical markers. Phenological, morphological, and sensory traits were highly differed among genotypes. Harvest

In the autumn of 2010, in a replanted orchard in the research garden of the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences in Vienna, the apple cultivar ‘Topaz’ was planted on the rootstocks M.9 (clone T337) with inter-stem ‘Summerred’, G.11, CG.13, G.16, G.41, G.202, M.7 and MM.111. The trees have been growing according to organic production standards, and were observed for nine years. G.11 and

Considering that damages and forces to the fruit cause quantitative and qualitative changes in the fruit, in this study, the effects of three levels of loading force (wide and thin edges) (15, 30, and 45 N), 2 fixed positions on the Instron fixed jaw (vertical and horizontal), and 3 storage periods on Hayward kiwi were investigated. Experiments were analyzed as a completely randomized factorial design

The review highlights the significance of mulberry fruits in both chemical and biological sagacity and their role as antioxidant, anticancer, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antiobesity, hypolipidemic, and antibacterial. Besides, having phytochemicals induced biological pathways and nutritional value. Although a number of mulberry fruits species available in nature

Fresh banana is highly perishable fruit; about 30% of the banana production is lost after harvest. There is a need for alternative uses for banana fruit to help reduce the post-harvest losses such as utilizing food product. Currently, banana fruit and flour are of interest due to their nutritional and antioxidant value. The objective of this study was to evaluate the banana fruit and flour physical

Kinnow is a fruit crop which is famous among consumers due to its tasty and delicious juice. It is a multipurpose crop which could be utilized as an important source of nutrients for humans as well as animals. Depending on the environmental conditions and age of kinnow fruit the amount of juice may vary from 45 to 60%. Total soluble solids present in juice reside in range from 9.5 to 16%. Kinnow fruit

The guava fruit is a highly palatable and nutritious tropical fruit with a pleasant flavor. It is abundant at moderate prices in Kenya. However, limited processing and poor market returns result in high annual losses of the fruits. This study aimed at assessing the production, utilization, preservation and processing of guavas in Kitui and Taita Taveta counties, Kenya. Data collection (n = 417) was

The effect of Citrus stubborn disease (CSD), caused by Spiroplasma citri, on chemical composition and antimicrobial activities of the essential oils of (Citrus sinensis (L) Osbeck) was studied. The results showed that the essential oil extracted from both healthy and Citrus fruit infected by the stubborn disease did not have the same physicochemical characteristics, but have identical chemical composition

The correlation between the functional and chemical properties of U. kirkiana fruit pulp was studied. The functional and chemical properties of the fruit pulps were determined and data were analyzed by regression and principal component analysis (PCA) to show correlations and variances. Results showed a 51.4% variance, PC 1 had a 37.31% variance. PC 2 showed a 14.17% variance. Antioxidant activity

Fifteen newly-produced cacao hybrids were evaluated in the field with an objective of understanding their genetic diversity using morphological descriptors. The field trials were conducted in Ibadan (7° 13ʹN, 3° 51ʹE), and Owena (7° 11ʹN, 5° 1ʹE), Nigeria. Juvenile performance data were subjected to ANOVA, Principal Component and Cluster analyses. The first three principal axes accounted for 34.41%

Changes in physical and chemical profiles during spontaneous fermentation of olives from the Moroccan Picholine cultivar at two degrees of ripeness (green and purple stages) were investigated in both olive flesh and brine. Purple olives exhibited the highest sugar, total phenolic and flavonoids content. Spontaneous fermentation led to an important loss of total phenolic, flavonoids and sugar content

Waste from fruit processing can be used for obtaining additives as colorants and antioxidant compounds by extraction processes. Despite there are many works optimizing parameters as temperature and solvent concentration during this process, the mixture of solvents has not been optimized yet. Therefore, the present work aimed to find the optimum solvent mixture among water, ethanol, and acetone to obtain

In this study, the effects of methanol, acetone, and ethyl acetate solvents on total phenolic content and antioxidant activity in Diospyros blancoi seeds extract were examined. Maceration extraction technique was selected in extracting the seeds. Determination of total phenolic content (TPC) and antioxidant activity used Folin-Ciocalteu and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay, respectively.

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) is an economically important fruit crop of tropical and subtropical regions of the world. There has been enormous increase in area, production, and export worldwide over the past decades. But cracking of mature fruit is an important physiological disorder which causes great economic loss to pomegranate. As high losses as 65% have been reported in pomegranate. It is

A comparative approach was carried out between artificial neural networks (ANNs) and response surface methodology (RSM) to optimize the drying parameters during infrared–convective drying of white mulberry. The drying experiments were performed at different air temperatures (40°C, 55°C, and 70°C), air velocities (0.4, 1, and 1.6 m/s), and three levels of infrared radiation power (500, 1000, and 1500 W)

Among the dried fruits, hazelnut cultivation represents one of the greater world productions. Based on this consideration, it has been decided to verify whether the great commercial importance of this fruit corresponds to an equally dynamic and productive scientific activity. The aim of this study is to analyze the network structure and the conceptual evolution of research on Corylus avellana through

This study was carried out to evaluate fruit quality of five sweet cherry cultivars grown in Morocco, namely, Burlat, Van, Cerisette, Napoleon and Coeur de pigeon. Significant differences (p˂0.05) were observed across the five cultivars in fruit weight (5.24–8.72 g), geometric mean diameter (14.22–16.36 mm), pH (3.48–4.12), soluble solid content (17.70–24.50 °Brix), total phenolics (426.44–485.69 mg

Polyphenols are natural antioxidants and play a very vital role in inhibition of oxidative stress as induced by free radicals in the body. Apple and pomegranate peels are significant agro-industrial wastes. The waste could be utilized to extract polyphenols for processing various functional foods and nutraceuticals. An investigation was executed for extraction of polyphenols from apple and pomegranate

There is a commercial requirement to extend the shelf-life of chestnuts. This study aimed to determine the effect of different packages (modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) (0.3% O2 and 32% CO2), polyethylene (PE) and vacuum (VAC)) on physicochemical and microbial properties of raw chestnuts during storage (1, 2, 3 and 6 months). The results showed that the storage time and packaging type influence

In this study, microwave drying characteristics of black mulberry were studied at microwave power levels of 90, 180 and 360 W. Obtained experimental drying results were applied to seven mathematical models of Aghbashlo et al., Henderson and Pabis, Jena and Das, Logaritmic, Midilli and Kucuk, Page and Weibull. The best model was selected as Midilli and Kucuk based on the highest coefficient of determination

Carob moth, Ectomyelois ceratoniae Zell (Lep.: Pyralidae), is the most important pest in Iranian pomegranate orchards and imposes tremendous annual economic loss to the pomegranate producers. A two-year study was conducted to investigate the effects of the utilization of different fertilizers on the carob moth infestation of pomegranate cv. ‘Bajestani’. Fertilizer programs significantly affected fruit

Flacourtia jangomas (Lour.) Raeush is an underutilized fruit of India frequently found in the Barak valley of Assam and nearby areas of the north-eastern part of the country. It has good medicinal, nutritional and economic value. The research was conducted to investigate the physical, mechanical, biochemical and thermal properties of the fruit and to determine the mass modeling of the fruit depending

Greenhouse trials were conducted to evaluate the effect of several locally available carbon (C) sources on weed suppression using anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD). Carbon sources included rice bran, sorghum-sudangrass, cowpea, buckwheat, paper mulch, brewer`s spent grain, waste coffee grounds, and peanut shells applied at 4 mg of C/g of soil. All trials were conducted in containers of 0.2-m height

The present study deals with the extraction and characterization of Jackfruit seed polyphenol (JSP) and its application in the stabilization of peanut oil. The optimized extract was obtained at condition of 95% ethanol for 30 min by using conventional solvent extraction method. The extract exhibited a total phenolic content of 120.5 µg GAE/mL, flavonoid content of 0.43 mg CE/ml, condensed tannin content

Cordia sinensis Lam is a multipurpose underutilized species of arid and semiarid regions. It is commonly propagated through seeds, but germination percentage is low (50–60%) and erratic. Therefore, an investigation was undertaken to standardize the propagation technique during year 2016 at CAZRI RRS Bhuj, India. The seeds of Cordia gharaf were treated with gibberellic acid (four levels: 0, 250, 500

Ficus racemosa Linn. (Moraceae) is a popular medicinal plant found throughout India, which has long been used in Ayurveda as a source of medicine for curing various diseases/disorders including diabetes, liver disorders, diarrhea, inflammatory conditions, hemorrhoids, respiratory and urinary diseases. It is commonly known as “Gular” in India and widely distributed throughout the world. The different

In temperate climatic regions where severe winter conditions persist, the winter hardiness and fruit yield of strawberry cultivars vary greatly in perennial production systems. A 4-year study was carried out to investigate the wintering ability of different June-bearing strawberry cultivars in the cold semi-arid continental climate of Manitoba between 2015 and 2018. The wintering index and yield traits

Blighia sapida (ackee) is the national fruit of Jamaica with origins in West Africa. It is considered an economically important crop to Jamaica with export earnings averaging about US$15 million annually. There is significant untapped potential for this fruit despite concerns regarding its consumption due to the presence of two toxins, hypoglycin A and hypoglycin B. Hypoglycin A decreases as the fruit