Waxing

➢Waxes are esters of higher fatty acid with monohydric alcohols and hydrocarbons

➢Waxing generally reduces the respiration and transpiration rates

➢ Other chemicals such as fungicides, growth regulators, preservative can also be incorporated specially for reducing microbial spoilage, sprout inhibition etc.

➢ It should be remembered that waxing does not improve the quality of any inferior horticulture product but it can be a beneficial adjunct to good handling.