Effect of the Bunches Bagging on the Qualitative Characteristics of Dates

Abstract

Given the national and international importance of the Deglet Nour variety, its protection against anomalies is critical. The selection of agricultural protection techniques is based on their availability, ease of application, and low cost. Bagging in bunches is one example. In this study, we will demonstrate the utility of this technique as a means of date quality protection and improvement when compared to a control. The findings show that bunch bagging allows dates to mature earlier and increases their weight and dimensions. The increase in water content in bagged dates reduces their acidity and consistency, while increasing the content of reduced sugars as sucrose and total sugars degrade.

Keywords

• bagging
• deglet nour
• characteristics
• biskra