All the news for Post-harvest​

Post-harvest browning: heat treatment study from Chile to understand its physiology

Post-harvest​

06 Dec 2024

Internal browning, a physiological disorder that affects the quality of cherries, is a major defect occurring during post-harvest (Palacios-Peralta et al., 2022). The incidence of internal browning has increased in recent years due to longer travel times to export destinations.

Orange peel: pre-harvest factors influencing the onset of this physiopathy

Post-harvest​

05 Dec 2024

The objective of this study conducted by 3 Chilean universities was to determine the phenological time of onset of orange peel disorder in relation to several factors that could potentially influence the incidence of the disorder.

NatuWrap is the natural patent that could improve post-harvest storage

Post-harvest​

02 Dec 2024

Beall explained that the patented formulation of NatuWrap consists of several natural components, including earth clay and tree extracts. The formulation is water-soluble, biodegradable, and the company claims it is safe for human consumption and the environment.

From field to shelf: how best to store sour cherries?

Post-harvest​

29 Nov 2024

The study carried out in collaboration between research institutions from Italy, Hungary and the Czech Republic wanted to evaluate the shelf-life of sour cherries that were freshly picked and cold stored under standard and MAP atmospheric conditions.

Subsidies and consultancy: a boost for the digitisation of the production process

Post-harvest​

29 Nov 2024

The management of ESPAGRY IBÉRICA needed to digitise part of the production process and opted to purchase a machine with artificial intelligence. The cost of the machine was partially subsidised by the regional government.

Lucaston Park Orchards: growth through technology and automation

Post-harvest​

29 Nov 2024

“The way technology detects defects, precisely identifies colors, and sorts sizes is far superior to what mechanical sorters and humans could achieve. Considering the large volumes we handle and the high standards we need to meet today, using optical sorting is simply a must.”

Phenyllactic acid (PLA) treatment to improve cherry storage

Post-harvest​

28 Nov 2024

A Chinese study proposed a more sustainable approach using phenyllactic acid to extend the storage life of cherries. The results highlighted that a concentration of phenyllactic acid is effective in reducing the cherries respiration rate and in controlling oxygen.

The effects of calcium and silicon during cherry post-harvest storage

Post-harvest​

20 Nov 2024

Nowadays, there are various technologies and practices used to preserve quality by improving pulp consistency. It has been seen that pre-harvest or at harvest treatments with calcium and silicon extend the shelf life of cherries.

Diversity of Colletotrichum species responsible of cherries post-harvest anthracnose in China

Post-harvest​

19 Nov 2024

A recent Chinese study analyzed various cherry samples collected over two different growing seasons. From these samples, 43 isolates of Colletotrichum were obtained and characterized, representing the species associated with anthracnose in the main cultivation regions.

Pitting in cherries: to minimise damage, packaging also counts

Post-harvest​

18 Nov 2024

Pitting requires pre- and post-harvest solutions, with packaging playing a key role. PacLife works with plastic polymers such as low-density polyethylene and biaxially oriented polypropylene that reduce weight loss and maintain fruit firmness.