Postharvest Biology and Technology
Influence of edible coatings on postharvest quality of fresh Chinese jujube fruits during refrigerated storage

Farid Moradinezhad; Azam Naeimi; Homayoun Farhangfar

Volume 1, Issue 1 , March 2018, , Pages 1-14

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1119.1002

Abstract
  Jujube fruits have a short shelf life due to its perishable nature. Preservation of jujube quality is a big challenge. Edible coatings have been used for centuries in the food industry as an effective method to preserve food products, enhance shelf life and prevent loss of firmness and moisture in fresh ...  Read More

Tropical Fruits
Organic versus conventional ‘Prata-Anã’ banana: effects on quality, bioactive compounds and oxidative markers

Aurelice Oliveira; Monica Maria Lopes; Kellina Oliveira de Souza; Luciana de Siqueira Oliveira; Carlos Farley Moura; Maria Raquel de Miranda

Volume 2, Issue 1 , March 2019, , Pages 1-12

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1743.1027

Abstract
  Purpose: The objective of this work was to evaluate the effects of two systems of cultivation on the banana crop (Musa spp.) in the postharvest quality, bioactive compounds and phenylalanine ammonia-lyase during ripening process. Research method: Changes in physicochemical parameters, non-antioxidant, ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Commodity system assessment studies on the postharvest handling and marketing of tomatoes in Nigeria, Rwanda and Maharashtra, India

Lisa Kitinoja; Olubukola Odeyemi; Neeru Dubey; Solange Musanase; Gurbinder Singh Gill

Volume 2, Special Issue - Postharvest Losses , June 2019, , Pages 1-14

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2060.1040

Abstract
  Purpose: This study was conducted to identify and quantify the main causes and sources of losses in the tomato postharvest chain from harvest to retail market and identify appropriate interventions for reducing these losses in Nigeria, Rwanda and India. Research method:  Modified Commodity Systems ...  Read More

Biotechnology and Tissue culture
An optimized protocol for in vitro propagation of Pyrus communis and Pyrus syriaca using apical-bud microcuttings

Mariem Lotfi; Chokri Bayoudh; Afifa Majdoub; Messaoud Mars

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2020, , Pages 1-10

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2420.1055

Abstract
  Purpose: In Tunisia, pear cultivars are widely threatened by the attack of fire blight disease. Cultivation of tolerant cultivars is an effective control strategy for disease control. For this purpose, a reliable protocol was established for micropropagation of local Pyrus communis and Pyrus syriaca ...  Read More

Plant Stress
Ultraviolet-B, end of day light and exclusion effect on photosynthetic efficiency of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) based on altitude

Simeneh Tamrat Alemu; Amsalu Gobena Roro

Volume 3, Special Issue - Abiotic and Biotic Stresses , June 2020, , Pages 1-10

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2882.1101

Abstract
  Purpose: herbaceous dicot plants mainly sweet potato is highly affected by UV-B and light quality based on altitude. Therefore, this study will give insights on the effect of UV-B and light quality on photosynthetic efficiency of sweet potato based on Altitude. Research method: The experimental design ...  Read More

Plant Allelopathy
Seedling growth of selected field crop species as influenced by Jatropha curcas extract

A K M Mominul Islam; Md Azhiat-ul-Haque Hia; Md Anwarul Abedin; Md Jewel Alam; Md Parvez Anwar; A K M Aminul Islam

Volume 4, Issue 1 , March 2021, , Pages 1-12

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3192.1128

Abstract
  Purpose: The experiment was conducted to investigate into the allelopathic potential of the aqueous extracts of different parts of Jatropha curcuson seven selected field crop species. Research method: The leaf, stem, bark, twig, root, pericarp, seed and oilcake extracts of J. curcus at four different ...  Read More

Fresh-Cut Produce
Effects of storage temperature on the quality of minimally processed pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata Duch) treated with ethanol and chitosan

Anh T. Huynh; Ha V. H. Nguyen

Volume 4, Special Issue - Fresh-cut Products , April 2021, , Pages 1-12

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3318.1140

Abstract
  Purpose: This investigation focused on the most suitable temperature for fresh- cut pumpkin with harmonization between benefits and drawbacks. Research method: Fresh-cut pumpkin cubes were pre–treated with 30% ethanol and 1% chitosan, then stored for 15 days at different temperatures (5 °C ...  Read More

Effects of storage temperature on the quality of minimally processed pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata Duch) treated with ethanol and chitosan


Postharvest Biology and Technology
Impact of chitosan coatings on shelf-life, nutrient elements and biochemical qualities of country beans (Phaseolus lunatus L.) at postharvest storage

Sushmi Saha; Md. Zakir Hossen; Supti Mallick; Md. Shohidul Alam; Quazi Forhad Quadir

Volume 7, Special Issue - Postharvest Technologies , February 2024, , Pages 1-14

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2023.6493.1320

Abstract
  Purpose: In Bangladesh, postharvest damage to various vegetables is common because of a lack of appropriate technologies. Country beans (Phaseolus lunatus L.), one of Bangladesh's main winter vegetables, are cultivated throughout the country, which provides numerous health advantages. A research experiment ...  Read More

Biotechnology and Tissue culture
In vitro propagation of Tunisian local garlic (Allium sativum L.) from shoot tip culture

Chadha Ayed; Chokri Bayoudh; Awatef Rhimi; Najla Mezghani; Faouzi Haouala; Bouthaina AL Mohandes Dridi

Volume 1, Issue 2 , September 2018, , Pages 75-86

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1457.1016

Abstract
  Purpose: Tunisian garlic is widely threatened by the attack of several viruses genus. For this purpose, a reliable protocol was established for rapid in vitro propagation of local garlic (Allium sativum L.) cultivars for large-scale production of virus-free plants and high quality bulblets. ...  Read More

Plant Nutrition
Effects of organic and inorganic fertilizers, and mulching on growth and yield of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata L.)

Saleha Farjana; Md Ashraful Islam; Tamanna Haque

Volume 2, Issue 2 , September 2019, , Pages 95-104

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2119.1042

Abstract
  Purpose: Cabbage is important fresh vegetable crop in most of the countries of the world. The experiment was conducted to evaluate the growth and yield of cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata L. cv. Atlas-70) as influenced by organic and inorganic fertilizers, and mulching. Research methods: The ...  Read More

Plant Nutrition
Stabilized amine nitrogen (SAN) increases tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) yield under experimental and commercial production

Sally Wilkinson; Jolyon Dodgson; Anna K Weston; David J Marks

Volume 5, Issue 2 , June 2022, , Pages 105-118

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2022.4914.1259

Abstract
  Purpose: Excessive nitrogen use for crop production leads to environmental damage, so nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) needs to be improved. Stabilized amine nitrogen (SAN) (Lono, Levity Crop Science) has been shown to increase quality and yield of several crops. This work assesses the use of SAN for tomato ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Combined effect of low temperature and thickness of polypropylene package on shelf life and quality of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)

Md. Saidee Rahman; Md. Kamrul Hassan; Fakhar Uddin Talukder; Md. Sohanur Rahman; Mst. Mishu Akther

Volume 4, Issue 2 , June 2021, , Pages 127-140

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3376.1144

Abstract
  Purpose: An experiment was conducted to determine a suitable thickness of polypropylene bag as a package and appropriate storage temperature that will enhance an extended shelf life and quality of oyster mushroom. Research method: The experiment consisted of eight treatments under two factors (temperature ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Silver nanoparticles produced by green synthesis using Citrus paradise peel inhibits Botrytis cinerea in vitro

Ramesh Faghihi; Kambiz Larijani; Vahid Abdossi; Pejman Moradi

Volume 3, Issue 2 , September 2020, , Pages 151-160

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2540.1063

Abstract
  Purpose: Our objective was to undertake the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Grapefruit (Citrus paradise) peel extract and evaluate the effects of silver nanoparticles on Botrytis cinerea. Research method: The silver nanoparticles formation was evaluated at different temperatures and concentrations ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Impact of exogenous arginine, cysteine and methionine on the postharvest senescence of six green leafy vegetables

Muhammad Sohail; Ron B. H. Wills; Michael C. Bowyer; Penta Pristijono

Volume 4, Issue 3 , September 2021, , Pages 253-262

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3844.1180

Abstract
  Purpose: This study examined the efficacy of aqueous dips containing the amino acids, L-arginine, L-cysteine and L-methionine, to inhibit the senescence of six leafy green vegetables pak choy, coriander, choy sum, spinach, parsley and rocket. Research method: Pak choy was dipped in amino acid solutions ...  Read More

Impact of exogenous arginine, cysteine and methionine on the postharvest senescence of six green leafy vegetables


Pomology
Assessment of the organic fruit quality of local and introduced apricot cultivars grown in Tunisia: morphological and physico-chemical attributes

Amel Lachkar; Khawla Amari; Imed Ben Atia

Volume 4, Issue 4 , December 2021, , Pages 399-412

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2021.3998.1190

Abstract
  Purpose Organic farming system was considered to increase fruit quality and improve food safety. Moreover, many consumers prefer organic products due to their better taste. Among the Prunus species, apricot is well grown in the world due to its good taste and multi uses. Tunisian apricot cultivars are ...  Read More

JHPR Special Issue 2021 – Recent Advances in Saffron
Volume 4, Special Issue - Recent Advances in Saffron , August 2021

Abstract
   Introduction Iridaceae, its name based on the genus Iris, also known as iris family, is a family of monocotyledonous flowering plants, including 80 genera, consisting of approximately 2000 species, worldwide distributed. The family includes a number of well-known cultivated plants, such as the ...  Read More

Medicinal Plants
Saffron vegetative growth as affected by transplanting and direct corm planting under field conditions

Hamid-Reza Fallahi; Soheyla Abbasi Aval Bohlooli; Zahra Pahlavan; Seyyed-Morteza Hosseini; Seyyed Amir-Hossein Hosseini; Pegah Ghohestani-Bojd

Volume 4, Special Issue - Recent Advances in Saffron , August 2021, , Pages 1-10

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3635.1160

Abstract
  Purpose: One of the main challenges of saffron production under controlled environments (CE) is that when flowering ends, there is no specific plan for corm proliferation. It seems that transplanting can provide economic justification for saffron production in CE, by providing the possibility of replacement ...  Read More

Food Science and Technology
Effects of nano-chitosan and chitosan coating on the postharvest quality, polyphenol oxidase activity and malondialdehyde content of strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa Duch.)

Ha V. H. Nguyen; Duyen H. H. Nguyen

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2020, , Pages 11-24

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2698.1082

Abstract
  Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of nano-chitosan and chitosan coating on physico-chemical properties of strawberries during storage. Research methods: Fresh strawberries were coated with different concentrations of chitosan (1%, 1.5%. 2%) or nano-chitosan (0.2%, 0.4%, and ...  Read More

Medicinal Plants
Effect of some Yew endophytes on vegetative growth and phytochemical variation of Stevia rebaudiana B.

Azim Ghasemnezhad; Madeh Ahmadi; Arezu Frouzy

Volume 3, Special Issue - Abiotic and Biotic Stresses , June 2020, , Pages 11-28

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2019.2783.1090

Abstract
  Purpose: Due the importance of taxol and based on the confirmed role of certain endophytes of Yew tree in the production of this vital compound, the present study was designed to investigate the effect of isolated endophytic fungi on vegetative and qualitative characteristics of stevia plant. Research ...  Read More

Plant Nutrition
Stabilising urea nitrogen enhances flowering, nitrogen use efficiency, and growth habit for stress tolerance in ornamental plants

Sally Wilkinson; Anna Weston; David Marks

Volume 2, Issue 1 , March 2019, , Pages 13-30

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1995.1036

Abstract
  Purpose: Supplying plants with nitrogen in ammonium nitrate- or urea-based fertiliser is wasteful: much is degraded before acquisition, releasing environmental pollutants. Preventing urea degradation can reduce pollution and improve crop nitrogen use efficiency. We investigate benefits to ureic stabilisation, ...  Read More

Plant Stress
Response of Oasian and exotic pepper (Capsicum spp.) cultivars from Tunisia to salt stress at germination and early seedling stages

Rabeb El khaldi; Dhaouadi Latifa; Besser Houda

Volume 4, Issue 1 , March 2021, , Pages 13-24

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3200.1129

Abstract
  Purpose: In Oasis areas, salinity becomes a real threat for sustainable agricultural production, and with the introduction of non-native varieties, salinity pressure is more expressed and has harmful outcomes to the local ecosystem and biodiversity. In this context the present study was conducted ...  Read More

Fresh-Cut Produce
Quality improvement and shelf life extension of minimally fresh-cut mango fruit using chemical preservatives

Farid Moradinezhad

Volume 4, Special Issue - Fresh-cut Products , April 2021, , Pages 13-24

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2020.3456.1151

Abstract
  Purpose: Mango is an invaluable and climacteric fruit with a short shelf life. Minimally fresh‐cut mango fruit market is growing very fast, particularly in Europe and the United States, and recently in Asian countries and the Middle East. Consumers demand high quality in fresh-cut fruit. Research method: ...  Read More

Quality improvement and shelf life extension of minimally fresh-cut mango fruit using chemical preservatives


Greenhouse Production
Effects of salinity on taste quality and biochemical traits of four tomato varieties (Solanum lycopersicum) grown under hydroponic conditions

Nazila Khanbabaloo; Hanifeh Seyed hajizadeh; Farhad Behtash

Volume 1, Issue 1 , March 2018, , Pages 15-26

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1096.1000

Abstract
  Todays, contamination of agricultural soils by different ways of salinity is increasing as a result of human and environmental factors that would reduce yield and quality of agricultural crops. However, there are some plants that can tolerate some degrees of salinity. Tomato is one of the horticultural ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Vacuum packaging optimises quality and reduces postharvest losses of pomegranate fruits

Farid Moradinezhad; Mehdi Khayyat; Fatemeh Ranjbari; Zahra Maraki

Volume 2, Special Issue - Postharvest Losses , June 2019, , Pages 15-26

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2018.1775.1030

Abstract
  Purpose: Pomegranate fruit is highly susceptible to water loss and chilling injuries during postharvest cold storage. Thus an experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of modified atmosphere packaging on pomegranate shelf life and chilling resistance under cold storage. Research method: Treatments ...  Read More

Postharvest Biology and Technology
Edible coatings maintained postharvest quality and increased shelf life of guava fruits

Sarmin Afroz Supa; Prianka Howlader; Mohammad Ali; Rumina Afroz Rupa; Santosh Kumar Bose

Volume 7, Special Issue - Postharvest Technologies , February 2024, , Pages 15-34

https://doi.org/10.22077/jhpr.2023.6531.1324

Abstract
  Purpose: Guava is believed to be the most important commercial fruit crop in Bangladesh. Guava fruit exhibit very short storage life mainly due to high respiration rate, susceptibility to various pathogens and mechanical damages which can rapidly reduce the quality. However, the experiment was conducted ...  Read More