August 25, 2025AgronomyOpen Access

Combined Effect of Antifungal Coating and Polyethylene Packaging on the Quality of Banana During Storage

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Antifungal coating significantly reduced weight loss and firmness decline in bananas during storage, enhancing quality.
Physicochemical results indicated preserved color and soluble solids in bananas treated with antifungal coatings and LDPE packaging.
Microbiological analyses showed coated bananas maintained low counts of mesophilic aerobes and molds, ensuring safety.
Sensory evaluation revealed higher acceptance scores for bananas combined with antifungal coating and polyethylene packaging.

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MMMaritza D. Ruiz MedinaUniversidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi YYYadira Quimbita YupanguiNational Polytechnic School FAFrancisco Artés‐HernándezUniversidad Politécnica de Cartagena

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The study evaluates antifungal coating and polyethylene packaging effects on banana quality, suggesting improved shelf life and reduced deterioration.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/68af79ab7567bf4f94ff1a75 https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy15092028

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The study evaluates antifungal coating and polyethylene packaging effects on banana quality, suggesting improved shelf life and reduced deterioration.

Combined Effect of Antifungal Coating and Polyethylene Packaging on the Quality of Banana During Storage

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Combined Effect of Antifungal Coating and Polyethylene Packaging on the Quality of Banana During Storage

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