Influence of packaging materials on postharvest physiology and texture of garlic cloves during refrigeration storage

This study aims to investigate the postharvest physiology and texture of garlic cloves packaged in polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene (PE), aluminized kraft paper (AKP), single kraft paper (SKP), and mesh bag. Germination rate, electrical conductivity, respiration intensity, water content, and texture were determined during 180 d storage at −2 °C. Results showed that the germination of garlic cloves packaged in PET, PE, and AKP was...