ISOLATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF FUNGI ASSOCIATED WITH SPOILT FRUITS

Author (s) : Dr.R.Vinodhini, M.Jasmine, D.Jeevithra

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Abstract :
Annual reports have shown that 20% of fruits and vegetables produced are lost to spoilage. This study was undertaken to isolate and identify fungi that are associated with spoilt fruits commonly sold in Dharmapuri  market, karimangalam market, and recommend appropriate control measure. The pathogenic fungi species associated with fruits spoilage in this study are of economical and public health significance. A.niger causes black mold in certain fruits and vegetables. Some strains of A. niger have been reported to produce potent mycotoxins called ochratoxins that can be harmful to human beings and animals. Care should be taken during handling of these fruits and improved technology based preservation methods are suggested to enhance the keeping quality of fruits.

Keywords : Frequency of occurrence, fruits, fungi, pathogenic, prevalence

Conference Date : 13/11/2020

Pages : 58

Paper ID : 20058