From orchard to fridge: Helping mangoes stay sweet for longer
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In good news for mango lovers, new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has identified a way to extend the storage life of the popular tropical fruit.
The study, led by ECU School of Science Lecturer Dr. Mekhala Vithana and published in Plant Growth Regulation, found that dipping mangoes in ozonated water (aqueous ozonation) for 10 minutes before cold storage extended the cold storage life by up to two weeks, with a significantly lowered occurrence of chilling injury.
"Increasing storage life of mangoes is incredibly important for both growers and traders, as it reduces food loss during storage and offers a longer market window," Dr. Vithana said.
