Molecular and Genetic Events Determining the Softening of Fleshy Fruits: A Comprehensive Review
Fruit softening that occurs during fruit ripening and postharvest storage determines the fruit quality, shelf life and commercial value and makes fruits more attractive for seed dispersal. In addition, over-softening results in fruit eventual decay, render fruit susceptible to invasion by opportunis...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-10-01
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Series: | International Journal of Molecular Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/23/20/12482 |