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Optimisation of propagation methods in Prunus persica (L.) Batsch.
(2001)
Propagating methods for peach (Prumis persica L. Batsch.) are currently limited to the use of seeds or cuttings. Most of the rootstocks commonly used for establishing peach trees commercially originate from a narrow genetic ...
Ultra-low temperature shipping and cold chain management of 'fuerte' avocados (Persea americana Mill.) grown in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.
(2011)
‘Fuerte’ makes up 25% of the avocados exported from South Africa to European markets and requires shipping periods of up to 28 days and a correctly managed cold chain. A temperature of 5.5°C and expensive CA and 1-MCP ...
Methyl jasmonate and salicylic acid enhance chilling tolerance in lemon (citrus limon) fruit.
(2013)
South African ‘Eureka’ lemon fruit must be exposed to chilling temperatures (± 0.6°C) as a mandatory quarantine treatment against insect pests for all its overseas markets. Chilling lemon fruit at such temperatures may ...
Effect of systemic resistance inducers applied pre- and postharvest for the development of a potential control of colletotrichum Gloeosporioides on Persea Americana (Mill.) CV 'Fuerte'.
(2012)
Avocados are one of the major food sources in tropical and subtropical regions and are an important horticultural crop in South Africa. Avocados are exported over long distances and may have storage times of up to 30 or ...
The cascade of physiological events leading to chilling injury : the effect of post-harvest hot water and molybdenum applications to lemon (citrus limon) fruit.
(2012)
New emerging markets such as Japan and the United States require cold sterilisation of
South African citrus fruit as a phytosanitary standard against fruit fly. However, citrus fruit
are chilling susceptible, with lemons ...
Effectiveness of pre- and postharvest silicon and phosphorous acid applications in inhibiting Penicillium digitatum on citrus fruit.
(2014)
Citrus is, by tonnage, globally the most-produced fruit. Although technological advances have greatly improved storage life and quality of citrus, postharvest decay remains a major problem. Penicillium digitatum (green ...
Aspects of improving cold hardiness of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) var. Rossol.
(2004)
Tomatoes, particularly those of the determinate type, are one of the most popular
vegetables in the East African country Eritrea. The crop is a source of income to small
farm operators as well as commercial growers, and ...
Postharvest maintenance of the shelf life and quality attributes of banana and papaya.
(2003)
Banana and papaya are two commonly grown fruits of the tropical regions of the world. Like
most tropical climacteric fruits, these fruits have a short shelf life and deteriorate rapidly after
harvest. This becomes more ...
Evaluation of maturity parameters of 'Fuerte' and 'Hass' avocado fruit.
(2014)
Avocado fruit is one of the most important horticultural crops produced in South Africa. The fruit does not give obvious indication of maturity as it does not ripen as long as it remains attached to a tree. Harvesting ...
A comparative study on carbohydrates and antioxidants of indigenous crop black jack (Bidens pilosa L.) and selected commercial vegetable crops.
(2014)
The adequate consumption of African leafy vegetables has been closely associated with a strong reduction of chronically disease such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The health benefits provided by African ...