Research advances in postharvest softening mechanism of table grape

China is a large producer country of table grapes in the world. Postharvest softening led to quality deterioration of grape berry.The research advances of postharvest softening mechanism from these main factors,such as water loss,polysaccharides degradation and enzymes activity in cell wall were summarized in this review.This might provide theoretical references in controlling softening of the table grape in order to improve storage quality and develop preservation technology effectively.