Possibilities of modified atmosphere packaging to prevent the occurrence of internal fruit rot in bell pepper fruit (Capsicum annuum) caused by Fusarium spp

• Internal Fruit Rot (IFR) is a major threat in bell pepper postharvest life. MAP storage of peppers can ameliorate Fusarium IFR occurrence at 20 °C. Low oxygen levels restrict fungal growth rather than an altered fruit metabolism. sensitivity likely related to flower susceptibility. Further work mimicking commercial handling required. Bell ( Capsicum annuum L.), with its wide array colors and flavors, plays important role many different cuisines around the world. Yet once harvested, it highly perishable needs appropriate post-harvest handling. Recently, internal rotting by lactis species complex isolates (FLASC), became additional challenge maintain shelf-life quality fruit. Therefore, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) was explored as possible technique postpone symptom development infected peppers. Four artificially cultivars susceptibility towards were stored under conditions for maximum 14 d challenging °C resembling unrefrigerated shelf life conditions. Each week, 5 each object analyzed physicochemical parameters. For all cultivars, packaged showed less severe proliferation compared controls after d. As total titratable acid (TA), soluble solids (TSS) vitamin C concentrations remained stable throughout experiment, be postponed directly due reduced pouches decreased host influencing Since no significant differences disease observed between sensitive both colors, seems not caused patterns but initial infection normal Based on our results, indeed considered useful tool during conventional temperatures 7?16