The quality of date palm is highly influenced by postharvest techniques, storage, and
processing effects. Fruits stored at room temperature result in dehydration, whereas higher …

The present study investigates the impact of plasma-activated water (PAW) on the shelf life
of Lemon (Citrus Limon L.). The plasma is characterized using voltage-current waveform …

Foliar application of micronutrients and plant growth regulators (PGRs) is one of the
strategies of plant-feeding direct through leaves to allow rapid uptake irrespective of soil …

Plants show physiological, morphological and chemical responses to microbial, physical or
chemical factors which are known as elicitors. Water deficit stress is one of the most …

The higher losses of fruits and vegetables during post-harvest handling are a serious matter
for any country whose economy is based on agriculture. The products of this plant are a …

Regulation of loss in fruit weight is mainly occurred due to metabolic activities, respiration
and transpiration. Postharvest quality and extending shelf life of horticultural crops is mainly …

Physalis angulata L. berries are green in the initial stage of maturity and turn yellow when
fully mature due to an increase in carotenoids. However, the coloration of the epidermis of …

Fruit ripening involves marked physiological and biochemical changes that affect fruit color,
taste, aroma, texture, and nutritional value. A significant amount of research has shown that …

Citrus is a major fruit of Pakistan, which is grown all over the world. Fruit quality is a great
concern for growers, consumers, and processors. Different techniques are implemented to …

Open sun drying of horticultural produce results in contamination due to microbial and
fungal attacks and could also be damaged by insects, pests, and rodents. Solar drying …