Use of gamma Radiation as a Form of Preservation of Sweet Potatoes. Quarterly Progress Report

摘要

This progress report covers: harvest and conditioning following harvest; effects of gamma radiation on the sweet potato weevil, organoleptic properties of sweet potatoes, protein content of same, and sweet potato quality (vitamins, color, texture, and carbohydrates). Evaluation of preliminary results indicate that changes should be made in irradiation procedures/conditions and analyses. (ERA citation 10:026980)