Thirty-one fruit and vegetable species were fumigated with ethylene dibromide (EDB) at 8 g/m³ for 2 h or methyl bromide (MB) at 32 g/m³ for 3.5 h. Avocados, cashews, Inga paterno, muskmelons, capsicums and Syzygium malaccense were injured by both EDB and MB, whereas Diospyros digyna, cucumbers, ...

The projected population of India is likely to reach nearly 1.74 billion by 2050. To feed this population there would be a demand of some 199 million tons (Mt) of vegetables and 146 Mt of fruits. Arid horticulture not only ensures sustainable return from the field but it also, to some extent, helps ...

The effects of climate on dormancy, leafing, flowering and fruit ripening of deciduous fruit trees and plants in Ecuador are discussed. Varieties are listed and cultural practices outlined for the following crops: citrus fruits, cashews, pineapples, cherimoyas and other Annona species, avocados, ...

The edible portions of tucuma (Astrocaryum tucuma), avocado, mamey sapote [Calocarpum sapota], longan, persimmon, mango, Cattley guava [Psidium cattleianum], sapodilla, carambola (Averrhoa carambola) and loquat, were analysed for proteins and amino acids. The crude protein contents of the fruits...

This study aimed to assess the population dynamics of Bacillus thuringiensis and its potency as a bio-agent against Spodoptera litura. The field study was conducted in Musi Banyuasin District, South Sumatra, Indonesia. Isolation and exploration of B. thuringiensis were carried out by taking the...

Irradiation can be used to control quarantine insect pests of fresh fruits and vegetables. The economic viability of irradiation improves if a diversity of crops can be treated, but the quality of irradiated produce determines market acceptance. Many tropical fruit tolerate irradiation doses less...

(1) The chemical composition of the following Ceylon fruits and vegetables are included in the data presented: -Durian (Durio zibethinus), rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum), velvet tamarind (Dialium ovoideum), gal siyambala, karawala kebella (Antidesma bunius), hog plum (Spondias mangifera),...

South Florida has become an important trading and distribution centre for tropical fruits and vegetables in the USA. Production of tropical crops in S. Florida increases each year, while the seaports of Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach and the several international airports in the area...

Research and extension programmes on postharvest handling and marketing of fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants are described. Crops covered include apples, avocados, bananas, carambolas, Citrus, longans, litchis, mangoes, pawpaws, pineapples, rambutans, cucurbits, tomatoes, and foliage and...

This book presents current research on all the key factors affecting the postharvest quality of fruits and vegetables, focusing on the effects and causes of deterioration, as well as the many techniques and practices implemented to maintain quality though correct handling and storage. Chapter 1...