Compatability of Cabbage, Carrots, and Apples in Low Pressure Storage1

Abstract

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata, cv. Quick Green Storage) and carrots (Daucus carota L., Nantes type) were stored successfully in low pressure storage (LPS) at 50-60 Torr and 1° and 5°C with ‘Delicious’ apple fruit (Malus domestica Borkh.). LPS conditions minimized the effect of the ethylene produced by the apples on leaf senescence and abscission of cabbage, and formation of a bitter flavor in carrots.