Abstract:
The aim of this review is in threefold: First, to explore the effect of different preharvest treatments on
postharvest quality of fruits and vegetables. Second, the principles of biological, chemical and
biochemical changes in banana during development, maturation, ripening and storage were reviewed.
Third, postharvest handling and factors affecting quality of banana were examined. These include
disinfecting, packaging and storage temperature. Pre- and postharvest treatments were found to have
an effect on postharvest quality of banana, suggesting that postharvest quality of produce subjected to
preharvest treatments should be assessed from a quality improvement, maintenance and consumer
safety point of view. Literature recommends an integrated agro-technology approach towards
improving quality at harvest and maintenance of qualities of banana.
