Effects of gamma radiation on the biological, physico-chemical, nutritional and antioxidant parameters of chestnuts - A review

► Chestnuts have conservation issues. ► Methyl bromide was banned by the E.U. due to its toxicity. ► Gamma radiation might be a valuable, cheap and clean alternative. ► Analyses of biological and physico-chemical parameters are important. ► Irradiation is a potential tool in extending post-harvest shelf-life of chestnuts.