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    Horticultural Sciences

    Horticultural Sciences

    Dr. Jeffrey K. Brecht

    Research Foundation Professor

    JBrecht 2024

    Mailing Address:
    Fifield Hall
    2550 Hull Road
    PO Box 110690
    Gainesville, Florida 32611

    Office: 1217 Fifield Hall
    Phone: (352) 273-4778
    Fax : (352) 392-5653
    E-mail: jkbrecht@ufl.edu

    • Areas of Research
      • Postharvest Physiology
    • Teaching Responsibilities
      • HOS 4332C (Principles of Postharvest Horticulture)
      • HOS 5085C (Principles of Postharvest Horticulture)
      • HOS 6331 (Postharvest Biology)
      • HOS 6934 (Professional Seminar Preparation)
    • Educational Background
      • Ph.D., University of California, Davis, CA (1984)
      • B.S., Whittier College, Whittier, CA (1979)
    • Extension Program
      • Demonstrating the effects of postharvest procedures on maintenance of product quality
      • Extension of postharvest information through presentations at extension and industry meetings
    • Work Experience
      • University of Florida Research Foundation Professor, Postharvest Physiology and Horticulture, Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida (2002-05 and 2008-11)
      • Professor, Postharvest Physiology and Horticulture, Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida (1995 to present)
      • Associate Professor, Postharvest Physiology and Horticulture, Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida (1989 to 1995)
      • Assistant Professor, Postharvest Physiology and Horticulture, Vegetable Crops Department, University of Florida (1984 to 1989)
    • International Experience
      • Invited keynote speaker at conferences in Brazil (2019), China (2014, 2019), Italy (2019), Mexico (2019), and Taiwan (2023)
      • National Mango Board – April 2021-Dec. 2023. Managing a multi-institution, multi-country (US-Brazil-Peru) project, “Demonstrating the Feasibility of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) Plus Ethylene Scrubbing for Mangos”
      • Invited keynote speaker at Indian international webinar on “Mango Postharvest” (2021)
      • Instructor on “Postharvest Technology” in Indian Faculty Development Programme, "Emerging Technologies in Postharvest Management and Value Addition of Horticultural Commodities" (2020)
      • International Supervisor, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Science, Institute of Food Science and technology (2019)
      • Visiting Professor, Zhejiang Gongshang University, Hangzhou, China (2016)
      • National Mango Board – August 2013-May 2017. Managing a multi-institution, multi-country project to determine the cause of the fruit disorder, corte negro, in collaboration with the mango exporters associations, FME (Ecuador) and APEM (Peru).
      • National Mango Board Outreach Programs in Ecuador, Guatemala, Haiti, India, Mexico, and Peru; 2011-19.
    • Honors and Awards
      • Honorary Member of the Florida State Horticultural Society, 2014
      • University of Florida Research Foundation Professor, 2008 (previously named in 2002)
      • Fellow of the American Society for Horticultural Science, 2006.
      • Outstanding Extension Materials Award, Video Category, ASHS, 2006, for "Worker Health and Hygiene Training Manual for Florida Produce Industry."
    • Program Personnel
      • Moshe Doron, Senior Biologist
      • Yuru Chang, Ph.D. Graduate Student
      • Faisal Shahzad, Postdoctoral Associate
      • Dr. Afiya John, Visiting Scientist, Univ. West Indies

    Selected Publications

    (See also: Google Scholar)

    Authors Year Title / Description Publication

    Brecht, J.K., S.A. Sargent, A.A. Kader, E.A. Mitcham, F. Maul, P.E. Brecht, and O. Menocal

    2024

    Mango postharvest best management practices manual.

    HS1185. UF/IFAS, Gainesville, FL. 73p. (Revised) https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/HS1185  [also, HS1190 (Spanish) and HS1194 (Portuguese)]

    Ahlawat Y.K., U., Ghimire, S., Li, P. Timilsena, E.D. Pliakoni, J.K. Brecht and T. Liu

    2024

    Postharvest senescence profiling in broccoli using tandem mass tag-based proteomics.

    Vegetable Research https://doi.org/10.48130/vegres-0024-0009

    Brecht, J.K., S.A. Sargent, N. Ristow, J.A. Osuna García, and S. Singh

    2024

    Demonstrating modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) feasibility for mango export.

    Acta Horticulturae 1386:161-168. https://10.17660/ActaHortic.2024.1386.22  

    Cheng, Y., W. Boukari, S.S. Riley, P.F. Harmon, A. Sarkhosh, and J.K. Brecht

    2024

    In vitro antifungal activity of white thyme, oregano, and savory oils against five Monilinia fructicola isolates from the southeastern US.

    US. Plant Health Progress https://doi.org/10.1094/PHP-12-23-0111-RS

    Ghimire, U., P. Abeli, J.K. Brecht, E. Pliakoni, and T. Liu

    2024

    Unique molecular mechanisms revealed for the effects of temperature, CA, ethylene exposure and 1-MCP on postharvest senescence of broccoli.

    Postharvest Biol. Technol. 213:112919. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2024.112919

    Habibi, F., M.A. Shahid, R.L. Spicer, C. Voiniciuc, J. Kim, F.G. Gmitter Jr., J.K. Brecht, and A. Sarkhosh

    2024

    Postharvest storage temperature strategies affect anthocyanin levels, total phenolic content, antioxidant activity, chemical attributes of juice, and physical qualities of blood orange fruit.

    Food Chemistry Advances 4:100722. 11 p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.focha.2024.100722   

    Habibi, F., C. Voiniciuc, P.J. Conner, D. Shin, J. Kim, J.K. Brecht, and A. Sarkhosh.

    2024

    Nutritional value of peel and flesh of muscadine genotypes: A comparative study on bioactive compounds, total antioxidant activity, and chemical attributes.

    Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization. 15 p. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-024-02404-1  

    Khalil, U., I.A. Rajwana, K. Razzaq, S. Singh, A. Sarkhosh, and J.K. Brecht

    2024

    Evaluation of modified atmosphere packaging system developed through breathable technology to extend postharvest life of fresh muscadine berries.

    Food Science & Nutrition 11 p. https://doi.org/10.1002/fsn3.4037

    Pliakoni, E., D.J. Huber, S.A. Sargent, and J.K. Brecht

    2024

    Use of two different MAP systems for extension of shelf like of romaine lettuce.

    Acta Horticulturae 1386:207-212. https://10.17660/ActaHortic.2024.1386.22

    Rubio Ames, Z., J.K. Brecht, M.A. Olmstead, D. Tieman, and C.A. Sims

    2024

    Nitrogen fertilization rates in a subtropical peach orchard: Effect on fruit nutritional value and flavor.

    JSFA Reports https://doi.org/10.1002/jsf2.183

    Belisle, C.E., J. Kim, S.A. Sargent, G.V. Sandoya, J.K. Brecht, R. Dai, B. Askey, Z. Lei, and M. Lin

    2023

    Melatonin reduces pink rib discoloration in wounded lettuce midribs.

    Postharvest Biol. Technol. 199:112307 11 p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2023.112307

    Brecht, J.K., A. Plotto, A. Marín-Gozalbo, and R. Goodrich 

    2023 

    Fresh-Cut Mango Best Management Practices Manual. 

    HS1443. UF/IFAS, Gainesville, FL. 31 p.  https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-HS1443-2023 

    Brecht, J.K., M.A. Ritenour, M.A. Olmstead, A. Sarkhosh, J.X. Chaparro, J.A. Bartz, S.A. Sargent, and J. Van Sickle 

    2023 

    Harvesting and Postharvest Handling of Stonefruit in Florida. 

    HS1459. UF/IFAS, Gainesville, FL. 68 p. https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-hs1459-2023 

    Chang, L. and J.K. Brecht

    2023 

    Responses of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP)−treated banana fruit to pre− and post−treatment ethylene exposure. coating: the role of internal modified atmosphere. 

    Sci. Hort. 309:111636 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2022.111636 

    Ghimire, U., E. Pliakoni, F. Yu, J.K. Brecht, and T. Liu 

    2023 

    Identifying genes regulated during natural, on-plant senescence in broccoli (Brassica oleracea) in contrast to postharvest senescence. 

    Postharvest Biol. Technol. 206:112535 14 p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2023.112535 

    Shahzad, F. T. Vashisth, M.A.Ritenour, and J.K.Brecht 

    2023 

    Huanglongbing disease symptoms and the postharvest quality of ‘LB8-9’ (Sugar Belle®) and ‘Tango’ mandarins as affected by ethylene treatment. 

    Scientia Horticulturae 310:111766, 10 p., https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2022.111766 

    Yahia, E.M., J. de J. Ornelas-Paz, J.K. Brecht, P. Garcia-Solis, and M.E.Maldonado Celis 

    2023 

    The contribution of mango fruit (Mangifera indica L.) to human nutrition and health. 

    Arabian J. Chemistry 16:104860 27 p. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arabjc.2023.104860 

    Ahlawat, Y., S. Li, P.R. Timilsena, E.D. Pliakoni, J.K. Brecht, and T. Liu 

    2022 

    Identification of senescence-associated genes in broccoli (Brassica oleracea) following harvest. 

    Postharvest Biol. Technol. 183:111729, 13 p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2021.111729 

    Chang, L., S.A. Sargent, J. Kim and J.K. Brecht. 

    2022 

    Delaying ripening using 1-MCP reveals chilling injury symptom development at the putative chilling threshold temperature for mature green banana. 

    Frontiers in Plant Science-Crop and Product Physiology. 13:966789, 12 p. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2022.966789 

    Chang Y., P.F. Harmon, D.D. Treadwell, D. Carrillo, A. Sarkhosh, J.K. Brecht. 

    2022 

    Biocontrol potential of essential oils in organic horticulture systems: From farm to fork. 

    Frontiers in Nutrition. 8:805138, 26 p. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2021.805138 

    Marin, A., E.A. Baldwin, J. Bai, D. Wood, C. Ference, X. Sun, J.K. Brecht, and A. Plotto 

    2021 

    Edible coatings as carriers of antibrowning compounds to maintain appealing appearance of fresh-cut fresh-cut mango. 

    HortTechnology 31:27-35. https://doi.org/10.21273/HORTTECH04687-20 

    Shahkoomahally, S., A. Sarkhosh, L.M. Richmond-Cosie, and J.K. Brecht 

    2021 

    Physiological responses and quality attributes of muscadine grape (Vitis rotundifolia Michx) to CO2-enriched atmosphere storage. 

    Postharv. Biol. Technol. 173, 111428 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2020.111428 

    Spricigo, P.C., T. Padua de Freitas, E. Purgatto, M. D. Ferreira, D. Souza Correa, J. Bai, and J.K. Brecht 

    2021 

    Visually imperceptible mechanical damage of harvested tomatoes changes ethylene production, color, enzyme activity, and volatile compounds profile. 

    Postharv. Biol. Technol. 176, 111503 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.postharvbio.2021.111503 

    Xie, Y., J.K. Brecht, C.E. Abrahan, E.R. Bornhorst, Y. Luo, A.L. Monge, K. Vorst, and W. Brown 2021 Improving temperature management and retaining quality of freshcut leafy greens by retrofitting open refrigerated retail display cases with doors. J. Food Eng. 292, 110271. DOI: 10.1016/j.jfoodeng.2020.110271
    Baldwin, E.A. and J.K. Brecht 2020 Advances in the use of barrier coatings and additives in the preservation of fresh horticultural produce. p. 91-115. In: C. Watkins (ed.). Advances in Postharvest Management of Horticultural Produce. Burleigh Dodds, Cambridge, U.K.
    Boz, Z., B.A. Welt, J. Canter, J.K. Brecht, and W. Pelletier 2020 Comparing steady state to unsteady state respiration rate measurement methods for design of modified atmosphere packaging of grape tomatoes and blueberries with microperforations. J. Food Sci. 85:1997-2003. DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.15177
    Brecht, J.K., E. Pliakoni, and K. Batziakias 2020 The impact of temperature on atmosphere requirements and effects: The limits of design and utility for CA/MA/MAP. p. 147-166. In: R. Beaudry and M.I. Gil (eds.). Controlled and Modified Atmospheres for Fresh and Fresh-Cut Produce. Academic.
    Brecht, J.K., I. Uysal, M. C. N. Nunes, J. P. Emond, S. Mercier, and U. McCarthy 2020 Smart distribution to maintain shelf-life of horticultural produce. p. 409-432. In: C. Watkins (ed.). Advances in Postharvest Management of Horticultural Produce. Burleigh Dodds, Cambridge, U.K.
    Chang, L.-Y. and J.K. Brecht 2020 Variation among strawberry cultivars in bruising susceptibility related to wound ethylene production and sensitivity. HortScience 55:444-448. DOI: 10.21273/HORTSCI14733-19
    Loayza, F.E., J.K. Brecht, A.H. Simonne, A. Plotto, E.A. Baldwin, J. Bai, E. Lon-Kan 2020 A brief hot-water treatment alleviates chilling injury symptms in fresh tomatoes. J. Sci. Food. Agric. DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.10821
    Loayza, F.E., J.K. Brecht, A.H. Simonne, A. Plotto, E.A. Baldwin, J. Bai, E. Lon-Kan 2020 Synergy between hot water treatment and high temperature ethylene treatment in promioting antioxidants in mature-green tomatoes. Postharvest Biol. Technol. 170, 111314. DOI: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2020.111314
    Loayza, F.E., J.K. Brecht, A.H. Simonne, A. Plotto, E.A. Baldwin, J. Bai, E. Lon-Kan 2020 Enhancement of the antioxidant capacity of ripe tomatoes by the application of a hot water treatment at the mature-green stage. Postharvest Biol. Technol. 161, 111054. DOI: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2019.111054
    Rubio Ames, Z., J.K. Brecht, and M.A. Olmstead 2020 Nitrogen fertilization rates in a subtropical peach orchard: Effects on tree vigor and fruit quality. J. Sci. Food Agric. 100:527-539. DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.10031
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