Hexanal-Based Formulation Delays Softening in ‘Y368’ Kiwifruit Across Maturity Stages by Preserving Cell Wall Polysaccharides and Suppressing Cell Wall-Degrading Enzymes

Kiwifruit has a limited storage life due to rapid softening, with harvest maturity playing a key role in softening rates, leading to substantial postharvest losses. This study investigated the efficacy of a hexanal-based enhanced freshness formulation (EFF) in delaying the softening of “Y368” kiwifr...

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Main Authors: Sisanda Sibusiso Mthembu, Samson Zeray Tesfay, Asanda Mditshwa, Lembe Samukelo Magwaza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2025-12-01
Series:International Journal of Fruit Science
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Online Access:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/15538362.2025.2523804
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