Modified atmosphere packaging is used commercially to a limited extent. Under severe conditions or prolonged exposure, the spots enlarge and coalesce until the surface is completely brown. The flavor of the arils within browned fruit may or may not be adversely affected. Packaging in polymeric films reduces water loss and browning severity. Incidence and severity of cracking depend on cultivar and desiccation during storage.
Cracks provide an entry way for decay-causing pathogens.
Botryodiplodia sp., Colletotrichum sp. and various yeasts. Decay control can be achieved by reducing physical injuries to fruits and by prompt cooling and maintenance of the optimum temperature and relative humidity during lychee marketing. Disinfestation Treatments Irradiation at 0.3 kGy can be used for insect disinfestation purposes with no adverse effects on lychee quality. One Shields Ave.