Integration of HS-SPME-GC-MS and targeted metabolomics to elucidate the regional flavor characteristics and metabolic pathways of 'Shushanggan' apricots from core production areas in Xinjiang.
'Shushanggan' apricots are strongly favored by consumers because of their high nutritional profile and unique flavor. However, their flavor characteristics significantly differ among different production areas, and the underlying mechanism remains unclear. Herein, targeted metabolomics was integrated with HS-SPME-GC-MS...