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Inhibition of tuber sprouting in potato cultivars Asterix and Challenger by 1.4-dimethylnaphthalene

Inibição da brotação dos tubérculos das cultivares de batata Asterix e Challenger pelo 1,4-dimetilnaftaleno

ABSTRACT:

The aim of this study was to verify the efficiency of 1,4-dimethylnapthalene in suppressing sprouting and the consequent maintenance of the quality of potato tubers of Asterix and Challenger cultivars, at different temperatures and storage regimes. Six treatments were tested, with and without 1.4-DNM, at temperatures of 8 ° C and 20 ° C. Assessments were made at 0, 45, 90, 135 and 180 days after application. The parameters evaluated were: number of sprouts, levels of total soluble sugars, levels of reducing and non-reducing sugars and coloration of potato strips after frying. The effects of 1.4-DMN on the quality control of potatoes resulted in sprout control and lower levels of total soluble sugars and reducing sugars, especially in the Challenger cultivar and at a temperature of 20 ºC.

Key words:
stored potatoes; quality maintenance; sprout suppressor

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