cold chain logistics
Companies team up to extend shelf life of avocados
Global avocado company Westfalia Fruit is partnering with agritech company AgroSustain to extend the shelf life of avocados and combat supply chain wa... continue reading »
Processor bringing frozen sustainability into focus
In a windowless room held steady at minus 11° F, frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrot-pea mixes sit in bulk containers, stacked floor to ceiling. ... continue reading »
Tapping into tree sap to preserve fresh produce
With consumer concern about artificial postharvest preservation solutions growing, pressure has increased to identify viable alternatives that make us... continue reading »
Shift to stand-up: Why stand-up pouches are claiming more shelf space
From NASA to the U.S. border patrol, government departments across the country have adopted stand-up pouches as an option for quick, convenient snacki... continue reading »
KeHE Distributors extends partnership with national retailer
National fresh and specialty product distributor KeHE Distributors has extended its distribution partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market, signing a 10... continue reading »
Cooling solutions company forms cold chain licensing agreement
Cooling solutions company Phononic has formed an exclusive cold chain licensing agreement with Peltier Technology. Phononic’s Active Cooling Solu... continue reading »
Postharvest solutions company expanding presence in Brazil
Postharvest solutions company Akorn Technology is expanding its presence in Brazil to help extend the country’s exports of mangos, avocados, limes, ... continue reading »
Applications open for IFPA Emerging Leaders Program
Applications are now open for the International Produce Association’s Emerging Leaders Program, open to high-potential professionals from all segmen... continue reading »
Partnership to introduce containerized shipping for bananas and pineapples
Fresh Del Monte Produce partnered with the global logistics company CMA CGM Group to introduce containerized shipping service for fresh banana and pin... continue reading »
AgriProspects accepting workforce development grant applications
Applications for a program aimed at advancing Extension-lead agricultural workforce development are due Aug 31. AgriProspects, an Extension Foundat... continue reading »
