This work aims to provide reasonable suggestions on the future research of modified atmosphere packaging for and its application in fresh-cut fruits and vegetables by introducing the research progress in application of modified atmosphere packaging in fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Domestic and international literatures related to the influences of modified atmosphere packaging on fresh-cut fruits and vegetables were reviewed. The mechanism of modified atmosphere packaging and its effect on the quality and microorganism of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables were summarized. The modi-fied atmosphere packaging could prevent the browning, delay the physiological metabolism and aging, prolong the shelf life, maintain the aroma, control the moisture and reduce the growth of microorganism of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, so as to keep their good quality. Modified atmosphere packaging is an effective technical means to maintain the good quality of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables in storage and transportation. Rational application of modified atmosphere packaging will bring new vitality and hope to the storage and logistics transportation of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables.