Effects of 1-methylcyclopropene on skin greasiness and quality of'Yuluxiang'pear during storage at 20℃

During storage at 20℃,specific pear cultivars may exhibit a greasy texture and decline in quality due to fruit senescence.Among these varieties,‘Yuluxiang’is particularly susceptible to peel greasiness,resulting in significant economic losses.Therefore,there is an urgent need for a preservative that can effectively inhibit the development of greasiness.Previous studies have demonstrated the efficacy of 1-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)in extending the storage period of fruits.We hypothesize that it may also influence the occurrence of postharvest peel greasiness in the‘Yuluxiang’pears.In this study,we treated‘Yuluxiang’pears with 1-MCP.We stored them at 20℃while analyzing the composition and morphology of the surface waxes,recording enzyme activities related to wax synthesis,and measuring indicators associated with fruit storage quality and physiological characteristics.The results demonstrate that prolonged storage at 20℃leads to a rapid increase in skin greasiness,consistent with the observed elevations in L^(*),greasiness score,and the content of total wax and greasy wax components.Moreover,there were indications that cuticular waxes underwent melting,resulting in the formation of an amorphous structure.In comparison to controls,the application of 1-MCP significantly inhibited increments in L^(*) values as well as grease scores while also reducing accumulation rates for oily waxes throughout most stages over its shelf period,additionally delaying transitions from flaky-wax structures towards their amorphous counterparts.During the initial 7 d of storage,several enzymes involved in the biosynthesis and metabolism of greasy wax components,including lipoxygenase(LOX),phospholipase D(PLD),andβ-ketoacyl-CoA synthase(KCS),exhibited an increase followed by a subsequent decline.The activity of LOX during early shelf life(0–7 d)and the KCS activity during middle to late shelf life(14–21 d)were significantly suppressed by 1-MCP.Additionally,1-MCP effectively maintained firmness,total soluble solid(TSS)and titratable acid(TA)contents,peroxidase(POD),and phenylalanine ammonia-lyase(PAL)activities while inhibiting vitamin C degradation and weight loss.Furthermore,it restrained polyphenol oxidase(PPO)activity,ethylene production,and respiration rate increase.These findings demonstrate that 1-MCP not only delays the onset of peel greasiness but also preserves the overall storage quality of‘Yuluxiang’pear at a temperature of 20℃.This study presents a novel approach for developing new preservatives to inhibit pear fruit peel greasiness and provides a theoretical foundation for further research on pear fruit preservation.

Effect of Internal Ethylene and 1-Methylcyclopropene on Ethylene Metabolism and Membrane Lipid Peroxidation in Papaya Fruit

[Objective] This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of 1-methylcy- clopropene （1-MCP） on fruit firmness, and the activity of the enzymes involved in ethylene metabolism and membrane lipid peroxidation. [Method] The nearly ripe fruits of the papaya cultivar Risheng were randomly assigned to one of four groups. Two groups were treated under hypobaric and hypoxic （HH） atmosphere condition for six hours, and immediately soaked in deionized water （HH alone）, or fumigated with 2.0 mg/L 1-MCP （HH＋I-MCP） for 24 h. The other two groups untreated under HH condition were also soaked in deionized water （negative control）, or fumigated with 2.0 mg/L 1-MCP （1-MCP alone） for 24 h. After that, the fruits of all the four treatments were stored at room temperature （23＋1） ℃. Cell membrane permeability, fruit firmness, respiration rate, ethylene release rate, SOD activity, POD activity, CAT activity, MAD content and LOX activity were measured once every three days during storage. [Result] Treatment with 1-MCP delayed the occurrence of the peaks of respiration rate and ethylene release rate, significantly reduced the accumulation of malondialdehyde （MDA）, and inhibited the decrease in papaya fruit firmness. Compared with the control, 1-MCP treatment significantly increased the SOD （su- peroxide dismutase）, POD （peroxidase） and CAT （catalase） activity, reduced the ac- tivity of lipoxygenase （LOX）, a product of lipid peroxidatlon in membranes, and in- hibited ethylene biosynthesis, thus delaying the aging process and prolonging the storage life of papaya fruits. [Conclusion] The results will provide a theoretical basis for analvzina the key factors controllinq postharvest maturity and aging of papaya fruits.

Mechanism and Kinetics of Thermal Dissociation of Inclusion Complex of β-Cyclodextrin and 1-Methylcyclopropene

The inclusion-complex of CD-MCP （β-cyclodextrin （β-CD） including 1-methylcyclopropene （1-MCP）） was prepared and characterized. Basing on programmed-heating procedure and weight-temperature analysis, as well as the application of Satava-Sestak＇s, Ozawa＇s and Kissinger＇s methods, the mechanism and kinetics of thermal dissociation of this inclusion complex were studied. An additional mass loss is found at 170-180℃. The mechanism of thermal dissociation of CD-MCP is dominated by a one-dimensional random nucleation and subsequent growth process （A2/3）. The activation energy Es and the pre-exponential factor AS for the process are 102.14 kJ/mol and 3.63×10^10s^-1, respectively. This ES value shows that there is no strong chemical intere, ctions between β-CD and 1-MC;P,

Preharvest application of 1-methylcyclopropene and Ethephon altered cuticular wax biosynthesis and fruit quality of apples at harvest and during cold storage

To investigate the roles of Harvista(a sprayable 1-methylcyclopropene,1-MCP,available component is 150 g·hm^(-2))and Ethephon(1 mL·L^(-1))applied at preharvest in apple(Malus domestica Borkh.'Golden Delicious')fruit cuticular wax biosynthesis,the expression of genes related to fruit cuticular wax biosynthesis and ethylene biosynthesis and signaling,ethylene production rate,respiration rate,wax constituents and structure,and fruit quality were determined at harvest and during cold storage.The results showed that 1-MCP inhibited the expression levels of ethylene biosynthesis and signaling-related genes,decreased fruit ethylene production,and inhibited the expression of Md LACS1,Md CER6,Md CER4 and Md WSD1,which resulted in decreases in alcohols,acids,and esters content in fruit cuticular wax.1-MCP also reduced fruit dropping rate from 17.17%to 12%;maintained fruit firmness,soluble solids,titratable acidity during cold storage;showed about as one fifth in the total length and one third in the widest width of wax crack as that in control at harvest.In contrast,Ethephon produced the opposite effects.In conclusion,1-MCP inhibited fruit ethylene biosynthesis and signaling,and influenced fruit cuticular wax biosynthesis.Thus,the fruit cuticular wax constituents and structure was altered,and the fruit quality were maintained at harvest and during cold storage.The results provide a new technology for improving apple fruit harvest and postharvest quality by preharvest application of sprayable 1-MCP.

Current progress in application of 1-Methylcyclopropene to improve postharvest quality of cut flowers

Floral senescence or petal abscission that determine cut flower quality and longevity are primarily caused by the regulation of endogenous ethylene and perception of endogenous and exogenous ethylene in floral organs(such as the petals and gynoecium),in ethylene-sensitive species.Several attempts have been made to prolong flower quality and longevity using silver ions and other chemicals that inhibit ethylene production and perception in floral organs.Among the available compounds,1-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)has been increasingly used as ethylene-action/perception inhibitor because of its ability to inhibit ethylene action/perception and it is environmentally safe.Although 1-MCP has been used in several cut flower crops for about 25 years,there has been no review yet that critically emphasizes the benefits or difficulties of using this compound for the prolongation of cut flower quality and longevity.Here,we outline the role of 1-MCP in inhibiting ethylene action/perception and petal senescence in cut flowers through the blocking of receptor binding sites,and we discuss how various factors affecting efficacy of 1-MCP(such as concentration,treatment time and temperature,genotype,and flower stage)are involved in the achievement of flower longevity.Moreover,we highlight the advantages of applying nonvolatile and liquid 1-MCP formulation types,as opposed to using the conventional 1-MCP treatment(powder formulation type).We expect that this review will provide useful information for the future utilization of 1-MCP for the maintenance of cut flower longevity.

High Temperature and the Ethylene Antagonist 1-Methylcyclopropene Alter Ethylene Evolution Patterns,Antioxidant Responses,and Boll Growth in Gossypium hirsutum

The cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) crop experiences high temperatures during flowering and boll development, but information regarding the impact of ethylene inhibition and high temperature on early boll development is limited. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of high temperature and the anti-ethylene compound 1-methylcy-cloprone (1-MCP) on G. hirsutum boll development. Treatments consisted of temperature regime (38/20?C and 30/ 20?C), 1-MCP treatment, and days past anthesis (DPA). High temperature decreased ethylene synthesis by 61% at 2 DPA, and 1-MCP caused a 40% decrease in ethylene production at 1 DPA. Glutathione reductase activity increased under high temperature, whereas superoxide dismutase activity (SOD) and membrane peroxidation (malondialdehyde content) remained unchanged. 1-MCP treatment did not affect GR activity in developing bolls. High temperature and 1-MCP treatment increased the weight of cotton bolls collected 8 DPA with an increase of 0.7 and 1 g, respectively. We propose that increased GR activity in bolls exposed to high temperature may mitigate oxidative damage. Additionally, we conclude that ethylene inhibition (either high temperature or 1-MCP-induced) immediately after flowering (1 or 2 DPA) could potentially have positive impacts on early boll growth.

Effects of Exogenous Ethylene and 1-Methylcyclopropene on of DpXTH Gene Expression in Dahlia(Dahlia pinnata Cav.) Flowers

Objectives] This study was conducted to investigate the regulatory mechanism of ethylene on DpXTH gene expression in dahlia （ Dahlia pinnata Cav.） flower petals.[Methods] Dahlia flower petals were treated with ethephon （ETH） and 1-methylcyclopropene （1-MCP） at different flower development stages and for different durations in vivo . Then, the relative expression of DpXTH1 and DpXTH2 in flower samples in different treatments was quantified with real-time PCR, using β-actin as a reference gene.[Results] The expression of DpXTH1 and DpXTH2 in ETH- or 1-MCP-treated dahlia flower petals increased at first, and decreased subsequently with increasing duration of treatment. The relative expression of both DpXTH1 and DpXTH2 in ETH-treated samples reached the maximum level at 12 h. Moreover, the relative expression of both DpXTH1 and DpXTH2 in dahlia flower petals treated with ETH at early stage of flowering was higher than that of the samples treated at other flowering stages; in 1-MCP-treated samples, it was higher at full-flowering stage than at other stages. The maximum relative expression levels of DpXTH1 and DpXTH2 in ETH- and 1-MCP-treated samples were all higher than those of control.[Conclusions] Exogenous ethylene can accelerate the opening of dahlia flowers, and 1-MCP can inhibit this process, so they can be used to regulate development of dahlia flowers.

Effect of Internal Ethylene and 1-methylcyclopropene on Ripening of Papaya Fruit(Carica papaya L.)

With papaya fruit （ Carica papaya ） as an experimental material, variations of its physiological indices were investigated through hypobaric hypoxia （HH, 10 kPa, 1.5 kPa O 2） treatment followed by fumigation with 1-methylcyclopropene （1-MCP）, so as to discuss the effect of interaction between 1-MCP and internal ethylene on ripening of papaya fruit during postharvest storage. The results indicated that HH treatment significantly reduced internal ethylene concentration （IEC） by 57.6%. However, there were no remarkable differences in other physiological indices between various treatments and control （CK）. The 1-MCP and HH＋1-MCP treatments could significant postpone the softening process and color change of papaya fruit. The two treatments achieved the effects of significantly inhibiting the occurrence of fruit disease and the increase of pericarp cell membrane permeability, effectively delaying the variation of soluble solid and Vc contents, and better maintaining soluble solid and Vc contents in fruit, thereby better keeping nutritional substances and flavor quality in fruit in later storage period and prolonging the storage time of fruit.

Postharvest Application of 1-Methylcyclopropene Maintains Quality and Extends the Shelf-Life of Zizania latifolia during Storage at 25˚C

The effects of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) on postharvest quality of Zizania latifolia during storage at 25˚C were investigated. The results pointed out that a postharvest application of 1-MCP maintained the good visual appearance of fresh Z. latifolia, inhibited browning, mildew and weight loss at the bottom of Z. latifolia, and there is no significant changes on L, a*, b* and ΔE during the whole storage period. In addition, 1-MCP treatment inhibited the respiratory intensity of Z. latifolia during the first three days of storage, but it was significantly higher than that of the control on the sixth day of storage. Compared with the control, 1-MCP treatment maintained relatively high SOD, CAT, APX activities and low PAL, POD, PLD, lipase and LOX activities, delayed the decline of AsA content, reduced the accumulation of O2-, H2O2 and MDA, and ultimately maintained the integrity of cell structure and delayed the senescence of Z. latifolia. In addition, positive effects of 1-MCP on maintaining the cell structure integrity were observed in this investigation throughout the storage period at 25˚C.

1-MCP处理对磨盘柿货架期果实保脆效果的影响

以磨盘柿为试验材料,利用1-MCP(1-methylcyclopropene)和PVC自发气调保鲜袋综合处理技术,观察室温条件下的柿果实货架保脆效果。结果表明:1-MCP处理可以明显控制果实的转软率及生理病害的发生,有效延缓了果实的后熟和衰老进程,明显抑制柿果实硬度、可溶性固形物含量、Vc含量、可溶性单宁含量及乙烯和呼吸强度的变化,但对可滴定酸含量变化影响不明显,采用0.50μL.L-1 1-MCP和0.03mm厚PVC自发气调保鲜袋综合处理技术可使柿果实常温货架期延长2周左右。

“1-甲基环丙烯＋蓄冷剂＋保温包装”模拟运输蓝莓鲜果研究

为研究"1-甲基环丙烯(1-MCP)+蓄冷剂+保温包装"模式模拟运输蓝莓鲜果效果,以蓝莓(粉蓝)鲜果为对象,经1-MCP(1.0μL/L、(26±2)℃)熏蒸4 h、预冷12 h后装入泡沫箱,并加入蓄冷剂,35℃外环境下以100 km/h的速度模拟振荡,分别于24、48 h后开箱,并取出果实放入PE保鲜袋,4℃下进行192 h货架期实验,每隔48 h进行各项指标检测。结果表明,模拟运输期放入相同重量蓄冷剂条件下,模拟运输24 h,使用1-MCP处理组在货架末期的腐烂率(MP24)分别比模拟运输48 h对照组(CK48)、模拟运输24 h对照组(CK24)、模拟运输48 h 1-MCP处理组(MP48)低18.99%、14.03%和14.11%,硬度分别比CK48、MP48、CK24高14.20%、9.93%和4.67%,能维持果胶酶活性最低,并保持花色苷、总酚、V_C、GSH含量。因此,"1-MCP处理+蓄冷剂+保温包装"短期运输,是一种低成本、高效的蓝莓鲜果物流模式。

1-甲基环丙烯、纳他霉素处理对富士苹果贮后货架品质和风味的影响

以不同糖度富士苹果为实验材料,研究1-甲基环丙烯(1-methylcyclopropene,1-MCP)(1μL/L)、纳他霉素(800 mg/L)对贮后常温货架期果实的贮藏品质和生理变化的影响,并利用电子鼻、顶空固相微萃取/气相色谱质谱联用(headspace solid phase micro-extraction/gas chromatography mass spectrometry,HS-SPME/GC-MS)对不同处理货架期间的苹果风味进行分析。结果表明:与对照组相比,利用1-MCP处理后2种糖度富士苹果较好地减缓了果实失重率增加和硬度的下降、保持了果实可滴定酸含量和可溶性固形物含量,同时抑制呼吸强度和乙烯生成速率的增加,有效地延缓果实衰老,1-MCP处理低糖度富士苹果保鲜效果更明显。而纳他霉素处理除减少果实的失重率外,其他指标均逊于1-MCP处理,但优于对照。电子鼻结合HS-SPME/GC-MS分析显示:高、低糖度富士苹果在贮后货架期线性判别式分析法(linear discriminant analysis,LDA)累计贡献率分别为91.19%、82.39%,低糖度富士苹果的3种处理在货架期内可以完全区分开,但高糖度苹果在货架20 d时纳他霉素处理与对照组有交叉,其中1-MCP处理与对照组椭圆距离最大;在整个货架期间1-MCP组中醛类物质中具有清香、果香味的反式-2-己烯醛相对含量最高,说明利用1-MCP保持了果实的品质以及风味。因此,不同处理对富士苹果保鲜效果比较,1-甲基环丙烯>纳他霉素>对照,且不同处理对低糖度的作用效果优于高糖度苹果。

Effects of 1-MCP and Chitosan on Active Oxygen Metabolism and Quality of Fresh-cut Potato during Storage

[Objective] The research aimed to study the effects of 1-methylcyclopropene （1-MCP） and chitosan on active oxygen metabolism and quality of fresh-cut potato during storage. [Method] The fresh-cut potato slices were respectively treated with 1- MCP （2 μl/L）, chitosan or 1-MCP ＋ chitosan. During the storage period, the contents of superoxide anion （02）, malondialdehyde （MDA）, hydrogen dioxide （H202） and Vita- min C （Vc）, the activities of polyphenol oxidase （PPO）, peroxydase （POD） and super- oxide dismutase （SOD） as well as the respiratory rate of the fresh-cut potatoes in all the treatments were determined every day. The fresh-cut potato slices treated without any reagents were used as control. [Result] 1-MCP Treated could significantly de- creased the respiratory rate, PPO activity and the accumulations of 02 , H202 and MDA, increased the activities of SOD and POD and slowed down Vc content reduc- tion. On the contrary, potato treated with chitosan significantly inhibited the POD activi- ty in fresh-cut potato. Compared with the control, the combination of 1-MCP and chi- tosan showed a little but not significant better effects on potato preservation. [Conclu- sion] 1-MCP Treated showed the best effects on potato preservation.

1-MCP处理期不同成熟度‘霞晖8号’桃果实贮藏中品质和生理生化特性的影响

桃作为跃变型果实,其贮藏时间较短且极易发生冷害、木质化。1-MCP作为采后果蔬保鲜效果较好的化学处理方法,在新鲜果蔬采后应用。本实验以两种成熟度‘霞晖8号’桃果实为试材,采用10μL/L 1-甲基环丙烯(1-methylcyclopropene,1-MCP)密闭处理果实12 h,探索20℃1-MCP对贮藏期间不同成熟度桃果实品质和生理生化变化的影响。结果表明,1-MCP处理均能抑制两种成熟度果实的呼吸强度和乙烯释放。贮藏第4 d时,1-MCP处理低和高两成熟度果实的呼吸强度分别较对照低12.16 mg·kg^(−1)·h^(−1)和12.82 mg·kg^(−1)·h^(−1),乙烯释放量峰值较对照分别降低了18.43%和15.88%。1-MCP处理果实的硬度、还原型抗坏血酸和谷胱甘肽含量均高于同时间的对照果实,处理能够抑制果实丙二醛的积累,在贮藏末期,低成熟度处理和对照组MDA含量分别为2.35和2.54μmol·g^(−1) FW。另外,与对照相比,贮藏末期高成熟度处理果实琥珀酸脱氢酶和细胞色素氧化酶活性较高,分别为0.47和2.80 U·min^(−1)·g^(−1)FW,低成熟度处理果实过氧化物酶和超氧化物歧化酶活性上升时间受到延迟,琥珀酸脱氢酶和细胞色素氧化酶活性分别提高了32.50%和20.30%,表明1-MCP处理可以延缓‘霞晖8号’桃果实成熟衰老进程,保持其品质,且以较低成熟度处理效果更好。

Optimal storage temperature and 1-MCP treatment combinations for different marketing times of Korla Xiang pears

Maintenance of green color is the primary indicator of quality in the market evaluation of Korla Xiang pears at present and can generally be achieved through early harvesting and decreasing the storage temperature, but the fruit quality was reduced by early harvesting, and the decreasing storage temperature increased the risk of chilling injury. The objectives of this study were to determine the optimal storage parameters for different storage times and to find ways to preserve the green skin color of pears. Specifically, we analyzed the effects of the ethylene inhibitor, 1-methylcyclopropene （1-MCP）, combined with low temperature on quality and maintenance of the green color of Korla Xiang pears during storage. We found that 1-MCP and/or low temperature reduced the loss of green color at 20℃ after being removed from cold storage. In addition, 1-MCP significantly inhibited the decline of titratable acid and ascorbic acid but had no significant effect on fruit firmness and total soluble solids. Low temperature with or without 1-MCP inhibited the release of ethylene, inhibited the decline in the stalk preservation index, inhibited the increase in decay rate and weight loss rate during storage, and inhibited the increase in the core browning index after 225 days of storage. Different storage temperatures had different effects on the quality of Korla Xiang pears. Despite inhibiting ethylene release, a storage temperature of-1.5℃ increased the respiration rate. Storage at -1.5℃ caused core browning eady during storage due to chilling injury, whereas at 2℃ core browning occurred late during storage due to senescence. In late storage, 1-MCP had no significant effect on the maintenance of Korla Xiang pear quality at 2℃. Based on these results, we determined the optimal combinations of low temperature and 1-MCP treatment to maintain pear quality while avoiding chilling injury. For different marketing times, the optimal conditions for storage until New Year＇s Day （a storage duration of 90 days） are 2℃ or 1-MCP combined with 2℃. For storage until the Spring Festival （a storage duration of 150 days）, the optimal conditions are 0℃ or 1-MCP combined with 0℃, and for storage until May （a storage duration of 225 days）, the best conditions are 1-MCP combined with -1.5℃.

1-MCP Regulates Ethanol Fermentation and GABA Shunt Pathway Involved in Kiwifruit Quality During Postharvest Storage

Kiwifruit(Actinidia deliciosa)‘Bruno’is prone to accumulate ethanol rapidly after respiratory climacteric during storage at ambient conditions without stresses,which causes quality deterioration of the fruit associated with alcohol off-flavor.For maintaining the postharvest quality of kiwifruit‘Bruno’,the effects of 1.0μL•L^−11-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)treatment on regulating the ethanol fermentation andγ-aminobutyric acid(GABA)shunt pathway associated with control of alcohol off-flavor were investigated during storage at room temperature(24±1)°C for 27 days.The results showed that 1-MCP treatment significantly reduced the respiration rate,ethylene production,decay rate,ascorbic acid(AsA)loss,and delayed the decline in the firmness and titratable acidity(TA),and the increase in total soluble solid(TSS)in kiwifruit.Furthermore,1-MCP treatment effectively inhibited the increases in contents of acetaldehyde,ethanol,and GABA along with the suppressed activities of key enzymes involved in ethanol fermentation and GABA shunt pathway,such as pyruvate decarboxylase(PDC),alcohol dehydrogenase(ADH),glutamate decarboxylase(GAD),and GABA-transaminase(GABA-T)in kiwifruit during storage.In conclusion,1-MCP treatment efficiently regulated the ethanol fermentation and GABA shunt pathway by delaying the ripening process to avoid the alcohol off-flavor development,thereby contributed to maintaining the quality of the kiwifruit.

Effect of 1-MCP on Gas Exchange and Carbohydrate Concentrations of the Cotton Flower and Subtending Leaf under Water-Deficit Stress

Ethylene is an endogenous plant hormone that increases under adverse environmental conditions, resulting in leaf and fruit abscission and ultimately yield reduction. In cotton, however, the effects of water-deficit stress on ethylene production have been uncertain. In this study it was hypothesized that application of an ethylene inhibitor 1-Methylcyclo- propene (1-MCP) would prevent ethylene production and result in alleviation of water-deficit stress consequences on the physiology and metabolism of the cotton flower and subtending leaf. To test this hypothesis, growth chamber experiments were conducted in 2009-2010 with treatments consisting of (C) untreated well-watered control, (C + 1MCP) well-watered plus 1-MCP, (WS) untreated water-stressed control, and (WS + 1MCP) water-stressed plus 1-MCP. The plants were subjected to two consecutive drying cycles during flowering, approximately 8 weeks after planting, and 1-MCP was foliar applied at a rate of 10g. ai/ha at the beginning of each drying cycle. The results showed that 1-MCP application had no significant effect on gas exchange functions and did not prevent reductions from water stress in leaf photosynthesis, respiration and stomatal conductance. However, application of 1-MCP resulted in a decrease in sucrose content of water-stressed pistils compared to the control indicating that 1-MCP has the potential to interfere in carbohydrate metabolism of reproductive units.

Influences of 1-methylcyclopropene-containing papers on the metabolisms of membrane lipids in Anxi persimmons during storage

Objectives:The aim of this work was to analyse the effects of 1-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)treatment on the metabolisms of membrane lipids in postharvest Anxi persimmons during storage.Materials and methods:Anxi persimmon(Diospyros kaki L.f.cv.Anxi)fruits were treated by paper containing 1-MCP with a concentration of 1.35μl/l.The cellular membrane permeability was analysed by the electric conductivity meter.The activities of lipoxygenase(LOX),phospholipase(PLD)and lipase were determined by spectrophotometry.The component and relative amounts of membrane fatty acids were determined using gas chromatograph(GC).Results:The 1-MCP-treated Anxi persimmons manifested a lower electrolyte leakage rate,lower LOX,PLD and lipase activities,higher levels of unsaturated fatty acids(USFAs),higher ratio of USFAs to saturated fatty acids(SFAs)(U/S),higher index of USFAs(IUFA),but lower levels of SFAs.Conclusions:The degradation and the metabolisms of membrane lipids could be suppressed by 1-MCP treatment,which might be accountable for the delaying softening of postharvest Anxi persimmons during storage.

Paper-containing 1-methylcyclopropene treatment suppresses fruit decay of fresh Anxi persimmons by enhancing disease resistance

Objectives:The purpose of this work was to evaluate the potential application of papers containing 1-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)postharvest treatment for suppressing fruit decay of fresh Anxi persimmons and its possible mechanism.Materials and methods:Anxi persimmon fruit were treated with papers containing 1-MCP at the dosage of 1.35μL/L and stored at(25±1)℃and 85 per cent relative humidity for 35 days.During storage,the fruit decay rate and lignin content were evaluated,and the content of total phenolics,the activities of phenylalanine ammonia lyase(PAL),polyphenol oxidase(PPO),peroxidase(POD),chitinase(CHI),and p-1,3-glucanase(GLU)were determined by spectrophotometry.Results:The 1-MCP-treated persimmons displayed a lower fruit decay rate,but higher contents of lignin and total phenolics,higher activities of PAL,PPO,POD,CHI,and GLU.Conclusions:The treatment with 1-MCP could inhibit the fruit decay of postharvest Anxi persimmons,which might be because 1-MCP enhanced fruit disease resistance by increasing the activities of disease resistance-associated enzymes and retaining higher contents of disease resistance-related substances in postharvest fresh Anxi persimmons.These findings indicate that papers containing 1-MCP at the dosage of 1.35μL/L have potential application in suppressing fruit decay and extending storage life of postharvest fresh Anxi persimmons.

Integrative metabolomics and transcriptomics analyses reveal pivotal regulatory mechanisms of 1-methylcyclopropene in maintaining postharvest storage quality of‘Fuji’apples

In this study,integrative metabolomics and transcriptomics analyses were conducted to investigate the effects of 1-methylcyclopropene(1-MCP)on apple fruit quality during long-term cold storage.The results showed that 1-MCP(1μL/L)treatment could maintain fruits apparent quality(i.e.external color and firmness),inhibit the increase of rot rate and soluble solids content/titratable acidity ratio,decrease ethylene release,and respiratory intensity during cold storage,and extend shelf life.Moreover,1-MCP had long-term effects on the accumulation of many qualities related to metabolite and gene expression in fruits.1-MCP affected genes related to metabolism at the early stage of storage,specifically those of the glycolysis and tricarboxylic acid cycle pathways.Genes related to the degradation of sucrose,starch,and cellulose were inhibited,and some starch and cellulose synthesis genes were up-regulated by 1-MCP.Apart from ethylene synthesis and signal transduction being inhibited by 1-MCP,several enzymes(pectinesterase,pectate lyase,polygalacturonase)were involved in pectin degradation,and degradation products of the cell wall(i.e.D-galacturonic acid and D-glucuronic acid)were also strongly inhibited,further maintaining fruit firmness.Cysteine,as precursor glutathione(GSH)related to plant resistance,up-regulated the synthase gene.However,the expression of genes related to cyanoalanine syn-thase and amino acid utilization pathways was suppressed by 1-MCP Collectively,1-MCP could maintain the postharvest quality of apple fruits.