Physico-chemical characteristics and organoleptic evaluation
Physical characteristics: Fruit samples (5 fruits /replication) were weighed at the start of
experiment and at the end of each storage interval. The difference between initial and
final fruit weight was considered as total weight loss during that storage interval. The
calculations were made in percentages on fresh weight basis. Fruit weight was recorded
on weekly interval by using digital balance. Firmness of the pulp was recorded (N) with a
penetrometer (Model FT-327) using an 11 mm plunger tip. The data regarding disease
incidence was also recorded during whole storage period.