Postharvest Biology and Technology of Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers

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PREFACE
difficult to find a book that deals with this topic at present. In addition, we have also described
the technology of membrane preservation through the inhibition of phospholipase D, the
key enzyme that initiates membrane phospholipid degradation. Phospholipase D inhibition
technology using hexanal shows great promise and may serve as a widespread technology
for the preservation of organically grown horticultural produce.
While preparing this book, we have given adequate consideration to present the most
advanced information on all topics. In a constantly evolving field, this is always not easy;
however, the contents are intended for students in the area of horticulture and postharvest
science as well as scientists and other professionals. We believe that the contents will enrich
the knowledge and provide a fresh angle to several issues in postharvest science. As well,
the contributions by internationally reputed experts in the area provide great depth to the
individual topics.
The editorial team wishes to thank all the contributors for their great effort and taking time
in completing the chapters in an excellent fashion and making this effort into a success.
The editorial team also wishes to thank the whole-hearted support, encouragement, and
professionalism shown by the publishing team at Wiley-Blackwell during the preparation
of the book and bringing it into a successful production.
Gopinadhan Paliyath
Dennis P. Murr
Avtar K. Handa
Susan Lurie