Development of gelatin-carboxymethylcellulose coatings incorporated with avocado epicarp and coconut endocarp extracts to control fungal growth in strawberries for shelf-life extension

Abstract

The objective of this study was to incorporate avocado peel (AEE) and coconut (CEE) extracts as antifungal additive in the development of gelatin and carboxymethylcellulose coatings to extend shelf life in strawberries. Fractions of 200 mg/L of extracts were incorporated in the coating and characterized during storage at 2°C. AEE and CEE in the coating delayed significantly (P