Assessment of eucalyptus oil integrated with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) for controlling postharvest soft rot in Citrus sinensis fruits induced by Colletotrichum gloeosporioides and Aspergillus niger

Abstract Background The demand for oranges remains unsatisfied due to low market yields, often attributed to postharvest diseases. Addressing this issue necessitates the exploration of natural antimicrobials as alternatives to synthetic preservatives to ensure safety and extend shelf life. Methodolo...

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Published in:	Bulletin of the National Research Centre
Main Authors:	Oluwagbenga Oluwasola Adeogun, Omoteso Karfeel Oluwa, Ayorinde Olufunke Nejo, Simbiat Oduneye Salami, Patience Chileenwa Egwu, Adedotun Adeyinka Adekunle
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	SpringerOpen 2025-02-01
Subjects:	Carboxymethyl cellulose Eucalyptus oil Orange fruits Shelf life Antioxidants Postharvest diseases
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s42269-025-01307-5