Selection of a Proper Maturity Index for the Mechanical Harvesting of ‘Mihong’ Peach Fruit

Peaches are one of the most popular fruits around globe. Selecting optimum harvesting maturity for peaches is crucial in assuring high-quality fruits. This study a model determining ideal harvest time robot harvester. Our was carried out over two years on ‘Mihong’ during days after full bloom (DAFB) 71 to 90 2021 and DAFB 64 84 2022 select optimal index through quality survey. The fruit size, soluble solids content (SSC), titratable acidity (TA), firmness, peel color (L*, a*, b*, chroma, hue), ethylene production were investigated. Fruit size showed regular double sigmoid curve, SSC increased while firmness TA decreased with time. samples left storage conditions massive change 74, implying stage. Interestingly, values manifest same consequence hue by reaching plateau apex side indicating desired maturity. Overall, results show that an outstanding non-destructive alternative typical destructive measurements exact peaches.