Estimation of total phenolics in some of the grape genotypes

Abstract

Grape is a versatile crop being the reservoir of diverse array of nutraceuticals. Grape products can serve as a potential weapon to fight against many deadly chronic diseases owing to its tremendous antioxidant activity. We have evaluated the phenolics content of 11 grape hybrids along with their parents. The total phenolics were estimated by using Folin-Ciocalteu reagent. We found that, the highest total phenolics was in ‘Hy. 16/2A R1P2’ followed by ‘Hy.16/2A R1P8’. In conclusion, our studies identified some of the potential genotypes, which can be used in future breeding programme to produce a variety with enhanced level of nutraceuticals.