The invention discloses compositions for the preservation of fruits,
vegetables, partially processed products, other produce and followers.
The compositions comprise at least one phospholipase D inhibitor, at
least one compound comprising an isoprene subunit, at least one component
of the flavonoid biosynthetic pathway in a suitable medium. The
composition of the present invention may additionally comprise one or
more plant growth regulators of the cytokinin type, one or more
antioxidants, a membrane stabilizing agent, a surfactant, or any
combination thereof. The composition may be applied to produce as a
spray, drench, dip, or a vapour and at either the pre-harvest stage or
post-harvest stage.