Radiation and Postharvest Quality
摘要
The postharvest quality of agricultural products is influenced by various factors, including pre-harvest physiological disorders, pathogenincidence, genetic factors, and handling practices. Postharvest research aims to reduce losses, maintain quality, and expand markets byunderstanding these factors and developing better technologies. The methods to preserve products in postharvest are broadly categorizedinto chemical and physical methods. Among physical methods, radiation is widely used. The electromagnetic spectrum (ES), which includesgamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet (UV), visible light, and infrared (IR), offers various applications in postharvest technology. In summary,postharvest quality can be significantly improved through the strategic application of various forms of radiation, tailored to the specific needsof different plant products.