Abstract
Dried fig is produced in Turkey mainly from sun drying of Sarilop (Ficus carica L.) variety and nearly 90 % of the production is exported. Dried fig pests create important problems therefore fumigation with Methyl Bromide (MeBr) became compulsory for the sector. According to the Montreal Protocol, Methyl Bromide (MeBr) is banned for use in Turkey since January 1, 2007 except laboratory, quarantine and pre-shipment. A research was carried out on the effect of Magnesium Phosphide (MgPH3), an alternative to Methyl Bromide, on dried fig quality. Quality of fruits treated with phosphine at 600 ppm for 3 or 5 days and at 1000 ppm for 5 days under tarpaulin was monitored. The tested concentrations and exposure periods provided 100 % mortality in test insects. Fumigation with phosphine for 3 to 5 days at 600 ppm is recommended for the dried fig sector since no negative effects were
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