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AssigneeThe International Group, Inc.
InventorsIan Davie, Roman Kinasz
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A method for suppressing post-harvest biological infestation in fruits, such as bananas, plantains, and pineapples, is provided. The method involves treating the cut or separated areas of the fruit by applying a composition containing: (a) a synthetic film-forming thermoplastic polymer in an amount effective to suppress biological infestation and disease of the fruit when applied; and (b) an oil or aqueous emulsion carrier. Application of these coating compositions may be performed by dipping, extrusion, spraying, or brushing at ambient or elevated temperature, depending on the nature of the coating. The resulting coatings reduce the exposure of the fruit to fungal spores, oxygen, moisture and microorganisms, diminish the occurrence of fungal growth, limit infection, and inhibit microbial growth.
A method for treating fruit post-harvest to suppress biological infestation and disease, wherein the method comprises applying to substantially only cut or separated areas of a fruit post-harvest a liquid composition comprising at least one synthetic film-forming thermoplastic polymer and at least one vehicle selected from the group consisting of oils and aqueous emulsions, wherein the at least one polymer is present in the composition in an amount effective to suppress biological infestation and disease of the fruit when applied.
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