Exogenous Melatonin Delays Ripening and Maintains Quality of Pineapple During Postharvest Storage

Key Points

• Pineapples treated with exogenous melatonin showed delayed ripening, enhancing overall quality during storage.
• The application of melatonin maintained firmness and reduced spoilage, with a significant improvement in fruit appearance after 14 days.
• Observational analysis assessed pineapples stored under controlled conditions, where melatonin was applied before storage.
• This technique could provide a promising method for extending shelf life; further studies are needed.