1. Ktisis Cyprus University of Technology

Postharvest performance, phytochemical profile and antioxidant potency of indigenous (Malus x domestica) apple cultivars

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Project title
Postharvest performance, phytochemical profile and antioxidant potency of indigenous (Malus x domestica) apple cultivars
Code
APPLE
Project Coordinator
Start date
01-05-2012
Expected Completion
31-10-2013
 

Description

Abstract
The general objectives of this project aim was the evaluation of quality attributes, phytochemical profile, antioxidant potency and overall postharvest performance of indigenous apple cultivars, grown in Cyprus. The ultimate goal of this project was the building of a database for qualitative attributes, nutritional value and antioxidant potential of indigenous apple cultivars. A further perspective was to exploit the potential of registering native apple cultivars as products with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO). Such an initiative is expected to strengthen the competitiveness of local producers both in the local and the international markets.
 
Keyword(s)
Phytochemical profile
Antioxidant potency
Postharvest performance
Apple
Protected Designation of Origin