Microperforated Compostable Packaging Extends Shelf Life of Ethylene-Treated Banana Fruit

Microperforated Compostable Packaging Extends Shelf Life of Ethylene-Treated Banana Fruit

Plastic packaging preserves the quality of ethylene-treated bananas by generating a beneficial modified atmosphere (MA). However, petroleum-based plastics cause environmental pollution, due to their slow decomposition. Biodegradable packaging may help resolve this controversy, provided it shows adeq...

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Main Authors: Victor Rodov, Ron Porat, Amit Sabag, Bettina Kochanek, Haya Friedman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-04-01
Series:Foods
Subjects:
biodegradable packaging
sustainability
banana
postharvest quality
perforation
modified atmosphere
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/11/8/1086

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