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Red discoloration of chicory under controlled atmosphere conditions.

Vanstreels, E., Lammertyn, J., Verlinden, B. E., Gillis, N., Schenk, A. and Nicolai, B. M.

Postharvest Biology and Technology. Volume 26, Number 3, 2002. Pages 313-322.

2002

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Red discoloration of chicory under controlled atmosphere conditions.

Several types of discoloration can develop in the heads of chicory (Cichorium intybus) during postharvest storage and commercialization, which considerably reduces their market value. One important disorder is the occurrence of red discoloration, typically found in the basal parts of the medial leaves. In this study, the factors influencing the development of red discoloration in chicory heads stored in controlled atmosphere conditions were investigated using multiple logistic regression analysis. It was found that the weight of the chicory head is a significant intrinsic parameter that affects the development of red discoloration. Atmospheric conditions with elevated CO2 and decreased O2 concentrations are favourable for avoiding red discoloration, while storage at 1 deg C increases red discoloration. An atmospheric composition of 10% O2 and 10% CO2 in combination with a storage temperature of 5 deg C was optimal for prevention of red discoloration and other negative quality aspects, such as leaf edge discoloration. These results may be used for modified atmosphere package design for chicory.