Phenolic profiles and their responses to pre- and post-harvest factors in small fruits: a review

Yan, Yifan; Pico, Joana; Sun, Bohan; Pratap-Singh, Anubhav; Gerbrandt, Eric M.; Castellarin, Simone D.

doi:10.1080/10408398.2021.1990849

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“…Blueberry anthocyanins are characterized by high levels of delphinidin and malvidin glycosides (Grace et al, 2019; Pertuzatti et al, 2016; Spinardi et al, 2019), which confer the characteristic dark blue‐purplish color to blueberry surface (Yan et al, 2021). The levels of delphinidin and malvidin glycosides had a strong positive correlation with the intensity of blueness (−b*) in blueberries (Chung et al, 2016).…”

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“…In blueberries, fruit surface color is one of the most important quality traits affecting purchasing choices (Gilbert et al, 2014; Saftner et al, 2008). The dark blue‐purplish color on the fruit surface is attributed to a high level of anthocyanins and in particular of trisubstituted (delphinidin, petunidin, and malvidin glycosides) and methoxylated (peonidin, petunidin, and malvidin glycosides) anthocyanins (Grace et al, 2019; Spinardi et al, 2019; Yan et al, 2021). The intensity of blueness on the fruit surface—measured by the CIELAB color space (Weatherall & Coombs, 1992)—showed a strong positive correlation with the level of delphinidin and malvidin derivatives during blueberry ripening (Chung et al, 2016).…”

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Cuticular waxes affect fruit surface color in blueberries

Yan

Dossett

Castellarin

2023

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Societal Impact StatementIn blueberry, fruit color is one of the most important quality traits affecting consumers' choices. Both pigments and waxes impact fruit color; however, their roles have not been clearly elucidated. Here, the contributions of waxes and anthocyanins to fruit color are characterized. A higher content of β‐diketones—the second largest wax group in blueberries—determines a lighter fruit color; hence revealing that, at harvest, waxes contribute more than anthocyanins in determining variations in fruit color among blueberry varieties.Summary Fruit color is one of the major quality traits determining the marketability of fruits by affecting consumers' choices. In blueberries, although fruit surface color is mainly determined by pigments (e.g., anthocyanins), cuticular waxes also play a role in modulating the surface color, and a lighter color given by a dense wax bloom is normally preferred by consumers. This study investigated the content and composition of cuticular waxes and their roles in modulating fruit surface color in 12 (seven northern highbush, three southern highbush, and two hybrids) blueberry genotypes at harvest (H1, representing the first commercial pick, and H2, representing the second commercial pick). The ultrastructural morphology of cuticular waxes was analyzed in four selected genotypes by scanning electron microscopy. The level and profile of anthocyanins and their contributions to the color were also assessed. Total cuticular wax content ranged from 27.7 to 95.8 μg cm−2 among genotypes at H1 and decreased by an average of 23.9% from H1 to H2. Triterpenoids (62.5% of the total cuticular waxes on average) and β‐diketones (22.9% on average) were the first and second largest wax groups in all genotypes, respectively. β‐Diketones were previously proven to affect leaf surface color in wheat; in this study, their content strongly correlated with the lightness of the blueberry surface. Scanning electron microscopy revealed distinct wax morphologies among genotypes. No significant relationships were found between total or individual anthocyanin concentrations and fruit surface color. Our results suggest that, at harvest, variation in the fruit surface color among blueberry genotypes is more closely related to the content and composition of cuticular waxes than the level and profile of anthocyanins, with β‐diketones being particularly important. This study provides new insights for blueberry breeding programs aiming to improve the surface color in order to meet the market demand.

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Cuticular waxes affect fruit surface color in blueberries

Yan

Dossett

Castellarin

2023

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“…Phenolics also have antiallergic and antibacterial activities (Guimarães et al, 2013) and more recently have been reported as beneficial for people living with pre‐diabetes due to their potential role in glucose management (Bernal‐Gallardo et al, 2022), loss of weight, and improvement of insulin sensitivity (Hanhineva et al, 2010). In particular, anthocyanins are thought to be responsible for much of these antidiabetic properties, especially in dark‐colored berries (Yan et al, 2021) with high levels of delphinidin and malvidin glycosides (for purple‐black fruits) or cyanidin glycosides (for reddish berries). Besides anthocyanins, chlorogenic, ellagic, and protocatechuic acids, as well as flavonols, flavan‐3‐ols, and proanthocyanidins (PAs) are also expected to contribute to these antidiabetic properties due to their ability to inhibit starch digestive enzymes (Kato et al, 2017; McDougall et al, 2005; Tadera et al, 2006).…”

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Berries as a case study for crop wild relative conservation, use, and public engagement in Canada

Migicovsky

Amyotte

Ulrich

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Societal impact statementPlant biodiversity is fundamental to the future of food security and agriculture.Berries are the most economically important fruit crops in Canada. Within this article, we explore the nutritional, cultural, and botanical importance of berries, including crop wild relatives (plant species that are closely related to domesticated crops) and plants that are significant to Indigenous Peoples. Using berries as a case study, we explore opportunities for the conservation, use, and public engagement of crop wild relatives. Our objective is to lay the groundwork for future collaborative efforts across these diverse plants.

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“…Well‐known as a popular fruit, strawberries are a high‐value and health‐promoting agricultural product. Their high nutritional value is due to their biologically active compounds and essential nutrients associated with health benefits (Amoriello et al, 2022; Yan et al, 2021; Zheng et al, 2022). At the same time, their unique taste makes them a fruit that has gained widespread popularity among consumers from around the globe (Bhat et al, 2015; Yan et al, 2021).…”

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“…Their high nutritional value is due to their biologically active compounds and essential nutrients associated with health benefits (Amoriello et al, 2022; Yan et al, 2021; Zheng et al, 2022). At the same time, their unique taste makes them a fruit that has gained widespread popularity among consumers from around the globe (Bhat et al, 2015; Yan et al, 2021). In addition to direct consumption, strawberries are in high demand in the food industry.…”

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A new strategy to design novel modified atmosphere packaging formulation maintains the qualities of postharvest strawberries (Fragaria ananassa) during low‐temperature storage

Cheng,

Huang,

Chan

et al. 2023

Journal of Food Safety

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For fresh foods, the purpose and benefits of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) generally include the preservation of antioxidants, the extension of shelf life, deferral of microbial spoilage, and retention of product color. Commercial MAP products frequently involve a mixture of nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide, affecting consumer acceptability, cost‐effectiveness, and hygienic food safety issues. This study investigated a novel active MAP formulation for strawberries in retail packaging which ensures changes in quality‐related physicochemical characteristics [including hardness, moisture, vitamin C, total soluble solids (TSS), titratable acid, and appearance] during low‐temperature storage, whereas samples of different storage times were assessed for shelf life by sensory evaluation. The innovative active MAP formulation of 0.8 g of sodium ascorbate, 2.6 g of sodium carbonate, and 1.6 g of ferrous sulfate achieved atmosphere equilibrium in packaged strawberries in <48 h, compared to 5–6 days in the control group. Strawberries treated with active MAP maintained their moisture, firmness, vitamin C, TSS, and titratable acid contents better than the control group (p < 0.05). The strawberries showed softening and waterlogging of tissue and 50% moldiness by the 14th day, while the control group lost commercial value by the 8th. New applications of similar commodities in food are unavailable based on current knowledge. Therefore, the scope of fresh food applications covered in this study and the refinement of other functions will be helpful directions for future research.

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Phenolic profiles and their responses to pre- and post-harvest factors in small fruits: a review

Cited by 9 publications

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Cuticular waxes affect fruit surface color in blueberries

Cuticular waxes affect fruit surface color in blueberries

Berries as a case study for crop wild relative conservation, use, and public engagement in Canada

A new strategy to design novel modified atmosphere packaging formulation maintains the qualities of postharvest strawberries (Fragaria ananassa) during low‐temperature storage

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