In conclusion, preharvest application of salicylic acid(1000 mg L−1)
or potassium phosphonate (500 or 1000 mg L)
combinedwith postharvest dipping of fruit in 3% sodium bicarbonate
in hot water (51.5 C) can suppress C. gloeosporioides and
improve marketability of mango fruit over a period of about 12
days withoutadverseeffectonfruitquality.