Changes in physiology and quality of Laiyang pear in long time storage

► 1-MCP treatment and CA storage can maintain quality and prolong storage life of Laiyang pear. ► 1-MCP treatment and CA storage inhibit fruit respiration rate and ethylene production. ► 1-MCP treatment and CA storage inhibit membrane lipid peroxidation to maintain membrane integrity. ► 1-MCP treatment and CA storage enhance anti-oxidant capacity to scavenge ROS.