Effects of zein-nisin edible coating on physicochemical and microbial load of ‘Granny Smith’ apple after long term storage

ABSTRACT“Granny Smith” apples are susceptible to quality deterioration and microbial decay during retail handling, and marketing display in plastic bags. Therefore, the effectiveness of coating as alternative packaging under retail condition was explored. Impact of edible coatings: zein, zein combin...

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Main Authors: Zinash A. Belay, Tinyiko G. Mashele, W. J. Botes, Oluwafemi James Caleb
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2023-12-01
Series:CyTA - Journal of Food
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Online Access:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/19476337.2023.2199833