Influence of cytokinin as 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP) in combination with other methods on postharvest green color retention on broccoli heads and asparagus spears, showed positive results for quality retention.
Studies showed that using cytokinin, specifically 6-benzylaminopurine (BAP), along with other post-harvest strategies successfully maintained the bright green color of broccoli crowns and asparagus spears after they were harvested.