Postharvest Techniques Research Articles

Extension on Efforts to Increase the Quality of Gumantar Coffee Through Improved Harvest and Post-Harvest Techniques

The quality of coffee, including taste and aroma, is determined mainly by the timeliness of harvesting and post-harvest processes. The quality of Robusta coffee produced in Tenggorong Hamlet, Gumantar Village, North Lombok Regency is still relatively low because the harvesting of coffee beans is carried out using the strip picking method and not the selective picking method. The post-harvest method is still inappropriate, especially in the section for producing green beans. This extension aimed to improve the quality of Gumantar Village coffee through activities to increase farmers' knowledge and capacity in conducting harvest and post-harvest processes. Marketing facilitation activities were also carried out using various applicable process standards. The results and evaluation of the activities showed an increase in coffee farmers' knowledge and capacity in selective picking and post-harvest coffee processing. Coffee processing methods that determine the taste, such as green bean preparation and roasting, have also been well understood. The facilitation has resulted in a business identification number (NIB), label and packaging logo with 'Sangakopi' product brand rights, halal certificate, and distribution permit. It is expected that 'Sangakopi' products will enter the NTB Mall shortly.

Agronomic Advances and Challenges of Chia Production in Kenya: A Review

Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is an annual tropical plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. In Kenya, Chia has gained significant attention in recent years due to its nutritional benefits and increasing demand in the local and global market. This review aims to explore the potential of chia production in Kenya as a source of income for farmers. The review highlights the agronomic requirements of chia, including soil, water, and climate conditions, as well as practices necessary for successful cultivation. Chia production is becoming a favorite enterprise for most farmers in Kenya due to its ease of management and short growth period. However, a seamless production has been encountered by several challenges, including scarce information regarding its agronomic management practices, poor yielding varieties, emerging pests and diseases, and poor harvesting and post-harvesting techniques. The growing demand for chia globally presents an opportunity for Kenyan farmers to tap into this market and generate income through export. Chia, has the potential to become a new golden crop for Kenyan farmers, contributing to food security, poverty reduction, and sustainable development. However, to realize this potential, there is a need for investment in research, extension services, and market linkages to support chia production, improve agronomic practices, and create a sustainable market for the crop.

The effect of pre- and post-harvest sodium nitroprusside treatments on the physiological changes of cut Alstroemeria aurea ‘Orange Queen’ during vase life

Cut flowers deteriorate rapidly after harvest, lasting mere days. To extend their vase life, various postharvest techniques are employed. Due to limited knowledge about the postharvest physiology of Alstroemeria cut flowers and the specific role of secondary compounds and antioxidant systems in their protection, this study investigated the optimal dosage of sodium nitroprusside (SNP) as a nitric oxide (NO) donor to enhance quality and antioxidant defenses. Preharvest foliar application of SNP at 0, 50, 100, and 200 µM followed by short-term pulsing treatments upon harvest at the same concentrations were applied in a factorial design. Results revealed that a preharvest 100 µM SNP treatment combined with a 50 µM postharvest pulse significantly increased the total amount of phenols (over 20%), antioxidant capacity (more than doubled), and the activity of two antioxidant enzymes (ascorbate peroxidase by over 35% and guaiacol peroxidase by about 20%). Notably, this combination also diminished ion leakage (by about 20%), ultimately extending the vase life by more than 40% compared to untreated plants. Therefore, SNP application at these specific dosages proves effective in bolstering Alstroemeria cut flower quality and vase life through enhanced total phenols and a strengthened antioxidant system.

Unearthing Unique Value: Exploring the Potential of Protected Designation of Origin on the Tangerine Industry of Patate, Tungurahua

The purpose of this study is to analyze the potential of the Tangerine of Patate (Citrus x clementina) to obtain a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO). The study emphasizes the crucial role of local climatic conditions, unique soil characteristics, and traditional cultivation techniques in determining the fruit's organoleptic properties. The methodology consists of applying two stages of the virtuous circle proposed by Vandecandelaere: (1) Identification and (2) Proposal of Qualification. Information on cultural practices and post-harvest techniques was gathered through surveys. Qualitative data from surveys were processed using the MAXQDA software. Tangerine and other samples were analyzed with normalized physicochemical analyses in the lab. The first data were compared with samples from two different cantons to validate the intrinsic value of Patate's tangerine. Results demonstrate that the tangerine exhibits differentiated characteristics in terms of aroma, color, and flavor, as well as a traditional inherited practice that is part of the attributes supporting its potential DO status. It is concluded that the mandarin meets the requirements to obtain a Protected Designation of Origin based on specific conditions of production and harvest, as well as is a potential economic aspect to consider increasing farmers' incomes.

Holistic palak cultivation: standardizing media, nutrients in vertical A-frames for extended shelf life efficiency

The cultivation of green leafy vegetables is crucial for improving our nation’s nutritional security. Challenges like limited arable land and excessive fertilizer use have become significant concerns on cultivating in open field. To address these issues, vertical farming technology, with a focus on space optimization and hydroponic integration to manage fertilizer use, is gaining attention. This experiment aims to determine the best growing media and nutrient solutions for palak in an A-framed vertical unit. Three growing media were tested: coir pith (M0), Rockwool (M1), and a 1:1 mix of coir pith and vermiculite (M2). Various combinations of water-soluble fertilizers [Ca (NO3)2, MAP, and SOP] were used for each crop’s nutrient recipe preparation. Optimal yields were achieved when palak were grown in a coir pith and vermiculite mix with nutrient concentrations of 60:50:60 ppm. Despite high yields, green leafy vegetables face rapid spoilage and storage challenges. The study examined factors affecting post-harvest quality, including storage conditions (ambient at 35 ± 5°C, refrigerated at 5 ± 5°C), packing substrates (low-density polyethylene, high-density polyethylene covers), and gas compositions with modified atmosphere packaging. Results showed that refrigerated storage with low-density polyethylene packing and a gas composition of 6% O2, 5% CO2, and 89% N2 (G2) resulted in the least deterioration in physiological attributes and overall visual quality. This study highlights the potential of vertical farming technology, precise nutrient management, and advanced post-harvest techniques for sustainable production and preservation of green leafy vegetables to meet our nation’s nutritional security needs.

Pre-harvest treatments: A different insight into preservation of strawberries

Strawberry is one of the most favored consumed fresh fruits worldwide. However, the major constraint limiting future sustainable production and sales of strawberries is post-harvest decay. Thus, taking a deep look into the effective preservation measures including pre- and post-harvest techniques to retain freshness and inhibit the pathological spoilage of strawberries in the supply chain is of great significance and necessity. At present, relying solely on post-harvest technology is not enough to fix the aim of strawberry fruit preservation and longer shelf life. On the contrary, pre-harvest treatments could be extend shelf life of strawberry fruit and adapt to the diverse post-harvest environments. This review give the latest pre-harvest treatments, their effects on post-harvest quality and storability of strawberries, and develop the expectation of strawberries pre-harvest methods applicated in the future.

Forensic Identification and Isolation of Pathogenic Bacteria From Raw Vegetables and Fruits

The consumption of contaminated fruits and vegetables is the prime cause of outbreaks of various human diseases. Although fruits and vegetables have high nutritional value, today because of their contamination during handling while performing harvesting and post-harvesting techniques, they are harmful to human health. Most of them are eaten raw without being washed or without providing any treatment. Vegetables and fruits, being rich nutritional sources, can act as carriers or vectors of pathogenic microorganisms, which can create a serious issue for the health of the community targeted. This entire research is based on an emerging field of Forensic Microbiology. Various types of microbial agents can be utilized as bioweapons to conduct the bio crime or bioterrorism through food and water. This research also represents that the identification of microbial agents is very much necessary for the welfare of humans. Identification and isolation of different pathogenic bacteria from raw vegetables and fruits can also shed some light on the terms of the necessity of Forensic Microbiology.

Factors affecting coffee farmers’ access to financial institutions: The case of Bandung Regency, Indonesia

Abstract The development of coffee plants in Indonesia shows increasingly rapid growth to meet both domestic and foreign needs. However, certain farmers are yet to fully utilize their cultivation technology and market opportunities by employing post-harvest techniques to enhance value addition, primarily because of limited access to farming capital. Therefore, this research aimed to identify the potential sources of farming capital and determinant factors in choosing farming sources. In this experiment, the population of coffee farmers in the Pangalengan Subdistrict was surveyed. The sampling method was a proportional random sampling technique based on 235 respondents. To answer the first objective, descriptive analysis was used, while logit regression analysis was carried out for the second objective. The results showed that most farmers (54.66%) depended on internal capital, while the rest used external capital such as banks (28.39%), non-banks (1.69%), and non-formal financial institutions (15.25%). Characteristics of informal non-financial institutions, especially unsecured loans, include repayment in the form of coffee or money, with repayment terms typically set at harvest time. Conversely, formal institutions offer loans with an interest rate of 9% per annum, requiring collateral in the form of securities, and repayment is typically made on a monthly or quarterly basis. In short, factors influencing farmers in accessing credit from financial institutions are the farmer’s age, number of coffee trees, distance to financial institutions, coffee farming income, education, and credit payment deadlines.

Livelihood status of the fishing community of Mahakanadarawa reservoir in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Mahakanadarawa reservoir located in Anuradhapura is one of the major, perennial reservoirs in Sri Lanka, extending over 1,457 ha. It provides livelihood opportunities through fisheries, irrigation for agriculture, and fostering economic growth in the surrounding region. Yet the fisheries-based livelihoods of the Mahakanadarawa reservoir have not been fully assessed. Hence, this study investigated the fishery and fisher profile of the reservoir. Primary data were collected from eight landing sites. A pre-tested questionnaire was used to interview 72 fishermen using a mixed method. Main variables including social, human, physical, natural, and financial capitals, fishery profile, fish and fisheries-based post-harvesting techniques, market chain analysis, and fisheries management practices, catch per unit effort for the gillnet fishery were calculated. Secondary data including stocking fish fingerlings and species-wise harvesting data for the past 10 years were collected from the district aquaculture extension office (Anuradhapura) of the NAQDA. A secondary study on the length-weight relationship of Oreochromis niloticus along with its condition factor value was performed. It was revealed that O. niloticus had negative allometric fish growth (b = 2.6667) with a condition factor value of 1.9092. The female fish had a higher mean total length compared to the male fish. In the fishing community, 95.83% of males and 4.17% of females were engaged in fishery activities. Mainly gill nets and non-mechanized fiberglass canoes were used for fishing. The average CPUE was 0.000339 kgm-2day-1. A strong positive (r =0.841) correlation was reported for fish stocking and fish production. Fish smoking and sun drying were the common fish processing techniques. The fish supply chain targeted the regional market. A cooperative level co-management system was identified among the reservoir fishing community. The current study discloses the livelihood capitals of the fishing community along with the existing supply chain which can be utilized for the sustainable management strategy of the Mahakanadarawa reservoir in the long run.

Farmers' Behavior in the Application of Coffee Harvest and Post-Harvest Techniques According to Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Standards

Good manufacturing practice is a guideline for producing safe and quality food products. GMP is carried out from the plantation, starting from harvest and post-harvest techniques. Harvest and post-harvest handling is influenced by the farmer's behavior in carrying out his business. This research aims to determine the behavior of farmers in Cilimus District in implementing coffee harvesting and post-pane techniques in accordance with GMP standards. The research was conducted in Cilimus District, Kuningan Regency with the consideration that this area has superior coffee production. The research is planned to be carried out in January 2024. The research design used is descriptive quantitative with survey research techniques. The sample size in this study was 65 respondents. The data analysis technique was carried out descriptively with a Likert score weighting of 1-5. The research results show that farmer behavior in harvesting techniques consists of knowledge with a percentage of 56.31%, attitude with a percentage of 52.00% and farmer skills with a percentage of 49.78%. Each aspect indicates quite good condition. Farmers' behavior in post-harvest handling consists of knowledge of 64.09% in the good category, but attitude of 55.87% and skills of 50.86% in the quite good category

Analysis of Farmers' Knowledge Level of Off Season Cultivation Technology, Harvesting Techniques, Post Harvest Handling and Quality of Gedong Gincu Mango Fruits for the Export Market

Gedong gincu mango is a food commodity that has good added value with relatively high demand in various markets. Thus, production availability and quality standards can be realized by implementing off season gedong gincu mango cultivation, harvesting and post-harvest techniques that can minimize the level of losses due to improper handling. This research aims to determine the level of farmers' knowledge regarding off season cultivation, harvest techniques, post-harvest handling and fruit quality for the export market. The research was conducted in Sedong District with the consideration that this area is the highest mango production center in Cirebon Regency. The research is planned to be carried out in January 2024. The research design used is descriptive quantitative with survey research techniques. The sample in this study was 54 gedong gincu mango farmers. The data analysis technique was carried out using descriptive statistics with score weighting between 1 and 5. The results of the analysis showed that the level of knowledge of farmers in off season cultivation was 84.86%, harvest techniques were 82.90% and post-harvest handling was 82.04%. so it is classified as very knowledgeable, while farmers' knowledge of the quality of export fruit is 79.77%, so it is classified as knowledgeable.

Bacterial agents for controlling anthracnose and soft rot in strawberries: present status and perspectives

ABSTRACT Anthracnose and soft rot, caused by the fungal pathogens Colletotrichum spp. and Rhizopus spp., respectively, stand as prominent diseases impacting strawberries during the postharvest phase, resulting in significant economic losses. The use of conventional treatments involving chemical fungicides has been discouraged since they negatively impact the environment and human health. In this context, alternative strategies, such as biological control, have been required for organic and sustainable agriculture. While bacterial agents, such as Bacillus spp., are successfully used in commercial formulations to control postharvest diseases, there are other bacteria exhibiting antagonistic activities that hold potential in plant disease management. Hence, the current review aims to investigate studies developed over the past decade describing the primary bacterial genera with the potential to inhibit the causal agents of soft rot and anthracnose. Additionally, it aims to provide an overview of biocontrol mechanisms for suppressing these pathogens, detailing methods of application in both pre and postharvest phases, along with strategies for enhancing the efficacy of biocontrol agents. The findings of this review demonstrate that numerous bacterial species possess the ability to effectively control anthracnose and soft rot, both in growing plants and harvested strawberries. This expands the available forms of control and minimises the occurrence of resistant pathogens. Furthermore, the application of postharvest techniques such as edible coatings and bacterial encapsulation proves advantageous, extending fruit shelf life and reducing strawberry decay.

Review: The harvesting process and recent advances on health benefits of white tea

The meticulous harvesting process and appropriate post-harvest techniques play pivotal roles in preserving the quality and health benefits of white tea. This careful approach maintains the bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, caffeine, gallic acid, Epigallocationchin (EGC), Epigallocationchin gallate (EGCG), and Epicatechin gallate (ECG), integral to white tea's health benefits. The stability of catechin content in tea plants is greatly influenced by the environment (clone, plant age, leaf age, altitude, temperature, humidity, processing, and pH when storing dry tea). In Indonesia, the raw materials used to produce white tea are mostly pecco from the superior GMB clone Assamica variety which has high polyphenol content (14.83 – 15.43% dry weight). To increase polyphenol levels, the treatment that needs to be considered is the provision of optimum and appropriate fertilizer. The highest catechin content comes from plucking in summer and spring season. Subsequently, controlled post-harvest processes, including controlled withering and drying, safeguard the integrity of active compounds like catechins as antioxidants in white tea, mitigating free radicals and cellular damage. The highest antioxidant showed from 23 hours whithered. The storage time for white tea also has an impact on quality. The content of catechins and amino acids showed a tendency to decrease with storage time. On the other hand, gallic acid increases with the length of storage. The combined effect of these phases, from harvesting through post-harvesting, contributes significantly to white tea's health benefits, encompassing cardioprotective effects, anti-diabetic potential, prevention of anticarcinogenic and antimutagenic activity, neuroprotective properties, and antimicrobial attributes.

Using the Essential Oils of Sage and Anise to Enhance the Shelf Life of the Williams (sin. Bartlett) Pear

The effects of post-harvest spray treatments with essential oils (EOs) obtained from sage and aniseed on maintaining the quality of pears of the ‘Williams’ variety during storage was studied. Harvested pears were picked when they had reached their optimal maturity and underwent a treatment involving the application of aqueous solutions of glycerin, with varying amounts of sage essential oil (SEO) and aniseed essential oil (AEO). Weight loss during storage varied according to the treatment applied with the lowest values recorded for sage essential oil at concentrations of 300 ppm (6.24%) and 250 ppm (6.60%), respectively. Aniseed essential oil had a smaller effect on weight loss compared to sage essential oil. Fruit firmness was better maintained under the influence of the essential oil treatments, with those treated with sage essential oil standing out. The concentration of the essential oils that is used influences the antimicrobial activity of the post-harvest treatment that is applied, with higher essential oil concentrations leading to more pronounced decreases in the total number of mesophilic aerobic bacteria immediately after treatment (4.05 for SEO 200; 3.00 for SEO 300, respectively). The use of post-harvest techniques involving the application of aqueous solutions containing glycerol and essential plant oils by spraying can extend the shelf life of pear fruits.

Pulped natural/honey robusta coffee fermentation metabolites, physico-chemical and sensory profiles.

The pulped natural/honey coffee (HC) of Coffea canephora (Robusta) is an innovative modified semi-dry technique. Studies have focused on HC and washed coffee (WC) fermentation, microbial metabolites, quality of green and roasted, using 1H NMR, GC-MS, and sensory investigation. Pipecolate and 3-hydroxy-3-methyglutarate have been identified for the first time. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) variability of the roasted beans, with PC 1 depicting 87.4 % and 12.6 % PC 2 respectively highlights the impact of major sugars and secondary metabolites acquired through HC. The HC fermentation (192h) influenced carbohydrates, organic acids, and secondary metabolites besides flavor precursors compared to WC (72h). Although HC and WC beans share similar physical qualities, enhanced volatile compounds, enriched concentration, organoleptics with pleasant, sweet, tea rose and chocolaty flavors attributes were embodied in HC than WC. The pulped natural post-harvest technique in robusta is a value addition with quality that can fetch a better premium.

Innovative Solar Air Dryer Designs for Agricultural Products-A Review

Indeed, agricultural technological development plays a crucial role in the agricultural commercialization and socio-economic transformation of India. Enhancing farming through solar dryers has been considered to be a key strategy for enhancing food security and greater socioeconomic change. Drying removes the majority of the product’s moisture content; it is a crucial post-harvest technique for agricultural goods that may increase quality, decrease losses during storage, and save transportation costs. The literature study provides evidence that solar dryers that use phase change material and operate in indirect or mixed modes are more effective than direct drying solar dryers in drying agricultural goods. This review study’s main objective is to give an overview of the recent developments in solar dryer technology achieved by different researchers. Innovative solar dryer designs for drying agricultural products are reviewed in this present work. A thorough analysis of the design, operation, uses, and comparison of solar dryers is conducted. The solar dryers design their modifications and different techniques to improve thermal performance are studied thoroughly. Hybrid solar dryer with CPC, ETC, photovoltaic technology can work as an independent unit and proves the better thermal performance dryer unit as compared to conventional dryers. The new improvements to hybrid dryers are also discussed in detail. Present study will be helpful for developing an economical dryer with variety of drying parameters and different agricultural products.

Flash drought in Odisha- prediction, impact assessment, coping strategies: Current status and future strategies

A detailed review was done on the past studies conducted by the researchers on climate change and variability, particularly for the Indian conditions having a typical monsoon climate. The short-term droughts (flash droughts) occurring due to the prolonged dry spells, heat waves, soil moisture deficits, which are caused due to the climate variability were also investigated. Accurate prediction techniques used for flash drought (FD), assessment of its impact on agriculture and farmers’ income as well as appropriate coping strategies recommended by different researchers to minimize the losses in crop yield and farmers’ income were analyzed. The total loss in crop yield was found to increase with increase in land size; however, per acre loss was higher for smaller holdings. It was observed that the resource crunch small and marginal farmers particularly belonging to SC/ST were worst sufferers due to their inability to adopt appropriate coping strategies such as: crop insurance, short duration climate resilient cultivars, low-interest loans from financial institutions etc. It was inferred that the FD needs special attention particularly for the state of Odisha, where a majority of the population are engaged in agriculture and its allied activities. Agriculture accounts for around 30 per cent of the net state domestic product (NSDP). Investigations of the past studies revealed that the western Odisha regions are most vulnerable to climate change and variability and to the FD caused by the climate variability. The small and marginal tribal farmers of western Odisha whose sole source of income is from agriculture, with low affordability, are worst affected. To cope with these natural calamities, they need to adopt coping strategies namely, going for a variety of sources of income, cultivation of short-duration climate resilient varieties, in-situ rainwater conservation and use for life-saving irrigation, crop insurance, and low interest loans as well as low-cost post-harvest techniques for the perishable crop produce etc.

Effect of Drying Post-Harvest on the Nutritional Compounds of Edible Flowers

The post-harvest techniques are the most critical point to ensure the quality of edible flowers (EFs) and to keep the bioactive metabolites available for human nutrition. The different species of EFs also represent a problem in improving their consumption with safety. The present study focused on the description of the effects of the commonly used drying treatments in the phytonutritional composition of four species of EFs, Callianthe megapotamica, Callianthe striata, Nemesia strumosa and Salvia elegans. The bioactive metabolites and antioxidant activity were determined after freeze-drying (FD) and hot-air-drying (HA) treatments in comparison to fresh flowers. All EFs showed different mineral/trace compositions with potassium as the main element and 70–86% water loss. Both post-harvest treatments increased all the metabolites and antioxidant activity in each species. C. striata with FD treatment had the highest content of primary and secondary metabolites. N. strumosa has the highest ascorbic acid content with the HA treatment. All species had significant antioxidant activity, increasing with FD for C. striata while HA is more recommended for the other species. The post-harvest techniques are able to preserve and increase the bioactive metabolites and must be chosen according to each EF species.

Development of gelatin/agarose active coatings functionalized with Ocimum gratissimum L. essential oil for enhancing storability of ‘Booth 7’ avocado

Novel active coating from gelatin/agarose (GA) functionalized with Ocimum gratissimum L. essential oil (OGO) had been developed as a medium to evaluate their properties before being applied for avocado preservation. The resultant coating films showed enhanced mechanical, water-barrier, bactericidal, antioxidant, and UV-shielding properties by adding OGO. The best tensile strength (2.91 MPa) and flexibility (45.82 %) was found in the GA film containing 5 % (w/w) of OGO (GA-OGO-5). Furthermore, this coating formulation presented moderate antibacterial activities against Listeria, Pseudomonas, Salmonella, and Escherichia. The GA-OGO-5 coating film also divulged the highest hydrophobicity and adequate antioxidant function (30.75 μg/mL) and thus, was chosen to coat on ‘Booth 7’ avocados by dipping method. The GA-OGO-5 coating layers were to be efficient to decline the respiration rate of avocado during 6-day storage at 25 °C and 64 %RH. Peel color, weight loss (5.22 %), total soluble solids (8.14 %), and solution pH (6.79) at the end of storage also indicated that the GA-OGO-5 coating presented the best effectiveness for enhancing the storability of avocado as compared to uncoated and GA-treated fruit. Therefore, the GA-OGO coating has been considered as an alternative post-harvest technique to enhance the avocado storability and could be further commercialized for industry application.

Physiological response, phytochemicals, antioxidant, and enzymatic activity of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) cultivated under different storage time, harvesting Stages, and temperatures

The quality of date palm is highly influenced by postharvest techniques, storage, and processing effects. Fruits stored at room temperature result in dehydration, whereas higher temperatures accelerate the enzymatic browning of fruit. This study aimed to enhance postharvest quality of date palms through improved harvesting and storage techniques. The fruits of date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L. cv. Dhakki) were harvested at khalal (mature, firm), rutab (fully ripe), or tamar (dry) stages and stored at different temperatures (12, 18, or 24 °C) for 0, 15, 30, or 45 days. The analysis of the data showed that the studied attributes significantly different at various ripening stages and storage temperatures. The fruits harvested at Khalal stage proved to be the best in retaining moisture content (23.16%), total soluble solids (20.36 oBrix), fruit juice pH (4.97), ascorbic acid (24.65 mg 100 g−1), non-reducing sugars (26.84%), percent acidity (0.39%), antioxidant activity (211.0 mg 100 g−1), total phenolic (40.07 mg100g−1), flavonoids (45.8 mg 100 g−1), tannin (70.7 mg100g−1), catalase (1.82 U g−1), peroxidase (1.4 U g−1), soluble protein (38.2 mg kg−1), brightness (29.9), chroma (16.4), hue angle (34.9), color (16.8), and with minimum weight loss (8.48%) as compared to fruit harvested at Rutab and Tamar stage. Regarding the means for storage temperature, the fruits stored at 12 ± 3 °C retained the highest moisture content (23.2%), total soluble solids (13.5 oBrix), fruit juice pH (5.42), percent acidity (0.29%), ascorbic acid (24.4 mg100g−1), reducing sugars (31.1%), non-reducing sugars (26.5%), antioxidant activity (214.6 mg100g−1), total phenolic (41.6 mg100 g−1), flavonoids (44.7 mg100 g−1), tannin (71.7 mg 100 g−1), catalase (1.56 U g−1), peroxidase (1.21 U g−1), soluble protein (31.8 mg kg−1), brightness (28.8), chroma (15.3), hue angle (29.6), color (16.2),with minimum weight loss (9.91%). It was concluded that for quality fruit production of date palm cv. Dhakki could be harvested at Khalal stage and stored at a temperature of 12 ± 3 °C.