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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Main Authors: Zhenzhen Peng, Gangshuai Liu, Hongli Li, Yunxiang Wang, Haiyan Gao, Tomislav Jemrić, Daqi Fu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/23/20/12482