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Maximizing Tomato Genetic Potential for Sensory and Nutritional Quality by Directed Postharvest Stress and Temperature Optimization

Objective

Utilize directed postharvest stress and optimization of the postharvest environment to maximize the genetic potential of the tomato fruit to produce more nutrionally important secondary compounds while maintaining or improving its appealing flavor and aroma characteristics.

More information

Subject tomatoes to non-injurious heat stress followed by maintenance of conducive handling temperatures to redirect the secondary metabolism of tomatoes to stimulate tissue antioxidants and aroma volatile systems during ripening and increase fruit resistance to chilling injury using analytical (HPLC, GC, and enzymology), sensory and genetic analysis.

Investigators
Baldwin, Elizabeth
Institution
USDA - Agricultural Research Service
Start date
2008
End date
2010
Funding Source
Agricultural Research Service
Project number
6621-41430-005-13
Commodities
Produce