Changes in physiological and biochemical parameters during growth and development of mango fruit (Mangifera indica L.) grown in Vietnam

Abstract

This paper presents research results on the changes in physiological and biochemical parameters during growth and development of Elephant mango in Vietnam, thereby determining the physiological maturity time of the fruit. The results showed that significant changes occurred in pigments, reducing sugar, starch, total organic acid, vitamin C, protein, lipid, pectin and tannin content and changes in the activity of α-amylase, catalase, peroxidase enzymes in mango from fruit formation to ripening. Based on the results, we concluded that fruit should be harvested at physiological maturity (16 weeks old) before completely ripening on the tree to ensure the high nutritional value and quality of the fruit during storage.