Natural drying of ‘Rojo Brillante’ persimmon

Abstract

Air drying is a consolidated technique for persimmon fruit in several Asian countries, presenting advantages regarding to the characteristics of the new product and the extension of fruit´s commercialization period. In Spain, it would be a good alternative to reduce fruit losses associated with its management and seasonality. The aim of this study was to evaluate the physicochemical and microstructural changes during the drying of persimmon Rojo Brillante the main cultivar produced in Spain.