ABSTRACT
Calcium is essential macronutrient involved in numerous biochemical and physiological processes in the plants. It acts as intracellular messenger and is responsible for maintaining the plant cell wall integrity. These properties instigate significant impact on the postharvest fruit quality, ripening, senescence, decay, and physiological disorders. Pre-and postharvest application of calcium has reportedly reduced incidence of different disorders, maintained quality and extended postharvest life in horticulture produce. In the present chapter an attempt is made to provide an overview about different aspects of calcium application, mechanism of action and its impacts on the postharvest life of the fruits and vegetables.
