Black sapote (Diospyros digyna) is a tropical fruit rich in vitamins and minerals. Many have taken an interest in the fruit due to Its nutritional values. However, the fruit is perishable and has a short shelf life, making it difficult for storage and distribution. Due to the perishable nature of Black sapote, cultivators face significant fruit loss. To overcome the problem of fruit loss,…
Diospyros digyna or also known as Black Sapote is considered as an exotic-climacteric fruit that is harvested when still unripe. However, black sapote consumption rate is still very low as it is deemed as an uncommon fruit.The ripening of black sapote can take up to 10 days, which is deemed as uneconomical in a fast-moving industry. To shorten the ripening period, ripening using calcium carbide…
Wine is an alcoholic beverage which is produced through a fermentation process. Fruit wines are a type of wine created from various choices of base ingredients other than grapes. Black Sapote (Diospyros digyna) is an exotic fruit known to be found in tropical and subtropical areas. It is named after its black pulp and is widely accepted because of its sweetness and high antioxidant content. …