Journal of Zhejiang Agricultural Sciences ›› 2024, Vol. 65 ›› Issue (8): 1911-1914.DOI: 10.16178/j.issn.0528-9017.20230636

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Ginger extract test paper for the preservation of fresh figs

LIU Li1(), XU Weiwei2, QIAN Jichang3, JIN Liang4, LI Xiaobai4,*()   

  1. 1. Jinhua Agricultural Products Quality Comprehensive Supervision and Inspection Center, Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang
    2. Cixi Agricultural Technology Extension Center, Cixi 315300, Zhejiang
    3. Jinhua Yuanguo Agricultural Development Co., Ltd., Jinhua 321000, Zhejiang
    4. Institute of Horticulture, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou 310021, Zhejiang
  • Received:2023-12-23 Online:2024-08-11 Published:2024-08-21

Abstract:

The preservation test paper made of ginger extract has a preservation effect on fresh figs. 75% ethanol extract of ginger (final concentration of 1 g·L-1) was evenly sprayed on food-grade filter paper and the paper was dried to make bio-preservation test paper, which are used to cover the upper and lower layers of the packaging box, place the figs in it and observe its preservation effect. The results showed that compared with the control, the biopreservation test strips significantly reduced the weight loss rate and decay rate of fruits, and maintained higher contents of soluble solids and VC. In general, the ginger preservation test paper extended the storage period of figs by 2-4 days. The quality of fresh figs is maintained, and it can be used for long-distance storage and transportation of figs.

Key words: ginger extract, fig, preservation

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