A special issue of of the New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science focuses on uncovering and discussing non-traditional management practices of postharvest diseases, while also considering related factors such as chilling injury.

In their editorial, guest editors Qiya Yang, Dhanasekaran Solairaj, and Huali Xue say the special issue unveils molecular insights into disease control and addresses quality preservation challenges.

“By exploring the gaps and challenges, such as formulations, appropriate packaging, contamination risks, and future potential of biocontrol products for fruit preservation, we aim to facilitate academic exchange and advance research.”

They say this effort will develop socially sustainable strategies that enhance postharvest quality while accelerating the adoption of eco-friendly disease-management solutions.

The future of alternative strategies for managing postharvest fruit diseases is highly promising, with an emphasis on minimising dependence on synthetic fungicides. These alternative strategies promise not only to address safety and environmental concerns but also to preserve fruit quality and extend shelf life.

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Source: Royal Society of New Zealand