Effect of the type of transport packaging against the occurrence rate of rot disease on the Salak’s taper tip

Abstract

Salak pondoh (Salacca edulis Reinw.) has perishable properties. During the distribution the Salak is very susceptible to mechanical damage and makes it easier for the fungus Thielaviopsis paradoxa to grow. The amount of damage during transportation is influenced by the type of packaging used. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the packaging type used in transportation on the occurrence of rot disease on the Salak’s taper tip. The salak fruit in a bamboo basket, besek, and corrugated boxes in the amount of 38 kg, 30 kg, and 10 kg transported directly from Turi District, Sleman Regency to Dramaga District, Bogor Regency. Then stored and observed rate of incidence of taper tip disease every day for 6 days. The results showed the level of disease occurrence from day 2 to day 6 in storage has increased. The highest incidence of the disease is found in bamboo basket packaging and the lowest is in corrugated boxes.