Ultraviolet-C radiation and ultrasound technology are widely accepted and continuously being appraised as alternatives to conventional thermal techniques for decontamination of fruits and vegetables. However, studies in these areas have presented challenges related to - quality, - safety, - limited… 
The Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM) is the organisation in Spain that is responsible for the country's patent system. National patent applications are submitted to this organisation and it is also possible to submit international patent applications (PCT) and European patent applications…
Within the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), training of our own personnel is a fundamental aspect taken very seriously by CITROSOL. Evidence of this can be seen in our recent inhouse seminar, timed to coincide with the start of the new financial year 2020/21, and which has served…
Yvonne McDiarmid, Events & Operations Manager at Plant & Food Research, NZ, informs:
We held a very successful webinar series over the 3 days (10-12 November) with over 500 delegates registered from around the globe and over 100 delegates on line each day. All of the webinars have been…
The GirBagger-S, by GIRO, is an improved version that has been developed after 15 years of experience and 3.000 units sold proven track record sales worldwide, setting a benchmark in the horticultural sector. Giró offers the bagger that overcomes the GirBagger reputation range as a key…
TOMRA Visual Assist is TOMRA Food's new Augmented Reality tool that enables remote experts to provide specialist support to a customer or a TOMRA Field Service Engineer on-site – just as if they were standing in front of the machine. It enables TOMRA to solve a broader range of problems of…
A few days ago, Peru ProHass, the Peruvian association of avocado producers, invited CITROSOL to present our new postharvest solutions, used in the export of avocados, through a webinar entitled “Advanced postharvest solutions for the avocado”. It was hosted by Dr. Martín…
Latent infections caused by Monilinia spp. in nectarines cause great economic losses since they are not detected and rejected at harvest and can appear at any time post-harvest, even at the consumer’s home. The effect of a pre-cooling chamber, water dump operation, and cold-storage chamber on…
Harvest Tech Fresh Cooling / Macroperforated is a new macroperforated bin cover and pallet cover for harvest boxes and bins, a PACLIFE solution to keep the quality of different kind of fruits. Low density polymer coextruded, designed for protect the fruit from dehydration and weight loss from the…
Potato crisp manufacturing is a competitive industry, one where efficiency is a crucial factor in staying ahead of the competition. WYMA's Vege-Polisher™ system combines both polishing and peeling technology in a unique package to minimise the impact and wear on downstream potato processing…
In the first ever digital edition of the world-famous Interpoma Congress, a total of 14 international experts reported on the latest research results and laid out their view on the future of the apple economy in a compact 420-minute format.
As the first key note to take the virtual stage, Wilhelm…
For carrots, as is the case with all products, adding value is the way to get a differentiated product, with option to better prices. It is a process that starts with the variety and is accompanied in the remaining stages through good farming practices and careful postharvest handling. The…
Last month, COMPAC introduced you to the new TOMRA 5S Advanced and it's revolutionary modular design. However if you are considering renovating your existing packhouse, or building a new facility, there are many considerations beyond simply choosing the right technology.
Focusing investments on…
This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of active modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) conditions on the postharvest shelf life of Salicornia bigelovii as a leafy green vegetable. Salicornia is highly perishable, with a short shelf life under ambient conditions. Two types of packaging…
For more than 20 years, T.R. TURONI develops accurate and reliable instruments for analysis, control and measurement at all…
ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA ON has succeeded in connecting Asia’s fresh produce business with the rest of the world in spite…
The apple is the flagship product of Elbe-Obst, a German production and distribution company based near Hamburg (GER).…
