Physicochemical properties and transcriptional changes underlying the quality of 'Gala' apples (Malus × domestica Borkh.) under atmosphere manipulation in long-term storage.

Background: The year-round availability of apples (Malus × domestica Borkh.) depends on post-harvest technologies, which are essential for the retention of fruit sensory and chemical properties by delaying senescence. The effectiveness of strategies for preserving the quality of apples depends on complex interactions between the storage environment and endogenous biological factors.