PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a method for preserving the freshness of perishables such as cut flowers, fresh vegetables, and bean sprouts for a long time by preventing them from drying without deteriorating the qualities. SOLUTION: A sodium chloride solution is highly effective for preserving the perishables. The perishables are thoroughly dipped in a large amount of a diluted sodium chloride solution to lightly coat them with the sodium chloride solution, and thus the aqueous environmental structure of the plant is improved to increase shelf stability and utilization. COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI
