The case for fruit quality: an interpretive review of consumer attitudes, and preferences for apples

Harker, F. Roger; Gunson, A.; Jaeger, Sara R.

doi:10.1016/s0925-5214(02)00215-6

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“…Aspectos da aparência, incluindo a coloração, ainda são os atributos de qualidade mais percebidos pelos consumidores e que mais influenciam na primeira compra de frutos, embora o contínuo retorno à compra de tais frutos seja determinado pela qualidade sensorial (HARKER et al, 2003). Maçãs do pomar MKM9, colhidas entre 143 e 149 DAPF, apresentaram qualidade sensorial mínima, menor que aquelas colhidas de 113; a 136 DAPF, após o armazenamento por 180 dias sob AC, e menor que aquelas colhidas aos 113, 121 e 136 DAPF, após o armazenamento por 240 dias sob AC (Figura 4).…”

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Estádio de maturação para o período ideal de colheita de maçãs 'Daiane' destinadas à armazenagem

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Este trabalho foi realizado com o objetivo de identificar índices de maturação para o ponto ideal de colheita, de maçãs 'Daiane', destinadas a longos períodos de armazenamento. Maçãs foram colhidas semanalmente, em dois pomares comerciais, no período de 113 a 149 dias após a plena floração (DAPF), e armazenadas por 180 ou 240 dias a 0,7ºC, em atmosfera controlada. Medidas do estádio de maturação e da qualidade das maçãs foram realizadas um dia após a colheita e após a armazenagem. Atributos da aparência (cor vermelha) e sabor (relação açúcar/acidez) indicaram que a qualidade de maçãs 'Daiane', na colheita, é máxima quando colhidas 149 DAPF. No entanto, medidas da firmeza da polpa e da qualidade sensorial, realizadas após a armazenagem, indicaram que o período ideal de colheita de maçãs 'Daiane', destinadas a longos períodos de armazenagem, não deve estender-se além dos 136 DAPF. Maçãs 'Daiane' devem ser colhidas a partir de 121 DAPF para que mais da metade dos frutos tenham mais de 75% da superfície avermelhada. Desta maneira, o período ideal de colheita de maçãs 'Daiane', destinadas a longos períodos de armazenagem, ocorreu entre 121 e 136 DAPF no pomar 1, e entre 129 e 136 DAPF no pomar 2. No período ideal de colheita (121 a 136 DAPF), maçãs 'Daiane' apresentaram, um dia após a colheita, firmeza de 67 a 74 N, SS de 11,5 a 13 %, AT de 0,26% a 0,34%, índice de amido de 4,6 a 7,9 e índice de cor de fundo da epiderme de 2,6 a 4,0.

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“…Titratable acidity is the best indicator of the sensory attribute acid taste and is used as a predictor of commercial and organoleptic ripeness. This parameter is important for the assessment of fruit quality and contributes to give the characteristic apple flavour (Harker et al 2003). The highest titratable acidity was found in cv.…”

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Comparison of physicochemical traits of red-fleshed, commercial and ancient apple cultivars

Contessa¹,

Botta²

2016

Hortic. Sci.

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Contessa C., Botta R. (2016) Cultivation of apples is currently based on a limited number of commercial cultivars; as a consequence, ancient and local varieties have almost completely disappeared. Red-fleshed, ancient and commercial cultivars were analysed for flesh firmness, soluble solid content, pH, titratable acidity, total phenolics and anthocyanin contents, total antioxidant capacity, sugars and organic acids composition, to evaluate their nutraceutical value. The ancient cultivars, in particular cv. Magnana, were generally higher in organic acids, sugars content and total phenolics content in the flesh than the commercial cultivars considered. The red-fleshed cultivar was distinct from the ancient and commercial apples and resulted in an excellent source of antioxidants, with values of anthocyanins content and antioxidant capacity five times higher than the other cultivars; these values were comparable to those of berry species. In addition, the red-fleshed apple was rich in malic acid, citric acid, fructose and glucose. The breeding of red flesh apples is still in progress and should consider the use of ancient cultivars for their positive physicochemical characteristics to improve flavour and storage aptitude.

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“…Each respondent was also asked to rank his/her preference among five types of fruit commonly sold in Oman (date, banana, mango, orange, apple), and to identify the critical eating quality attributes which influence his/her preference for each type of fruit. Fruit quality attributes listed in the questionnaire (size, colour, sweetness, firmness, flavour) were selected based on evidence in the literature on consumer attitudes and acceptability of a wide of fruit types (Alavoine et al 1990;Lockshin & Rhodus 1991;Kilcast & Fillion 2001;Crisosto et al 2003;Harker et al 2003aHarker et al , 2005Wismer et al 2005). In the third and last part of the questionnaire, respondents was asked to choose from a list the most common quality problems they observe in the market when selecting each type of fruit, and to choose a range of premium prices (0%, 1-10%, 11-25%, 26-50%, and >51%) that he/she was willing to pay for guarantee on superior quality fruit.…”

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Assessment of what the consumer values in fresh fruit quality: Case study of Oman

Opara

Al‐Said

Al‐Abri

2007

New Zealand Journal of Crop and Horticultural Science

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The health and nutritional benefits of fruit consumption are well documented in the scientific literature. Understanding consumer perceptions and attitudes towards fruit quality is important in setting quality specifications for marketing as well as providing a useful guide for postharvest research aimed at quality improvement of fresh produce. In this study, we investigated the frequency of fruit consumption and consumer perceptions of fruit quality in the Sultanate of Oman using self-administered questionnaires. Results obtained showed that the frequency of fruit consumption was higher among males and families with high incomes. Banana was the most preferred fruit eaten by consumers whereas apple was the least preferred. Among the five types of fruit examined in the study, the most influential quality attributes affecting consumer purchase were flavour, sweetness, and colour for banana (Musa flavour, sweetness, and firmness for apple (Malus domestica), mango (Magnifera indica), and orange (Citrus sinensis). The most common fruit quality problems frequently observed by consumers in the market were fruit immaturity (banana), bruising (apple), rots/decay (mango and orange), and bad taste (date). A large majority of consumers (38%) expressed a willingness to pay up to 25% more on unit price for guaranteed good quality fruit; however, increasing price by more than 50% was highly unacceptable to 94% of consumers.

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The case for fruit quality: an interpretive review of consumer attitudes, and preferences for apples

Cited by 304 publications

References 49 publications

Estádio de maturação para o período ideal de colheita de maçãs 'Daiane' destinadas à armazenagem

Estádio de maturação para o período ideal de colheita de maçãs 'Daiane' destinadas à armazenagem

Comparison of physicochemical traits of red-fleshed, commercial and ancient apple cultivars

Assessment of what the consumer values in fresh fruit quality: Case study of Oman

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