Abstract:An experiment was carried out with the objective of evaluating the effect on postharvest physiology and enzyme activities of Agaricus bisporus of ‘W2000’,with ClO2 treatment in low temperature storage.This study produced the following results:with ClO2 treatment and storing at 0℃,respiration rate drops obviously,and the arrival of respiratory climacteric has been postponed,decreased 29.2% and delayed 5 d;Enzyme activities of PPO and POD were significantly suppressed in ClO2 treated mushrooms,and restrained the accumulation of phenolic oxidation products,as well as slowing the browning rate of fruiting body.Stored 20 d,total phenolic content was only 0.81 μmol/mg.Besides,impregnating with ClO2 could slow the decreasing speed of hardness of fruiting body,helps soluble solids content to be well maintained,while retarding the cap opening.ClO2 treatment could effectively extend the storage period,maintain the high quality.Therefore,the commercial value of mushrooms has been greatly improved.In conclusion,the handling of dipping mushrooms in 120 mg·L-1 ClO2 solution and stored at 0℃ is very useful in keeping A.bisporus of ‘W2000’ fresh.