News about Storage

How to prevent cherry pitting on fruits?

Tech management

08 Jan 2025

The surface pitting damage is caused by mechanical damage before and after harvest. The defect only manifests itself after 7-10 days of cold storage, after packing and inspection of the fruit, and has substantial economic implications.

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.