SunFed and Verdant Technologies partner to deliver fresher cucumbers
After conducting trials to support commercialization, Verdant Technologies is now partnering with SunFed to use Verdant’s HarvestHold Fresh technology to deliver fresh and greener cucumbers.
The use HarvestHold Fresh has demonstrated delayed yellowing and reduced shriveling, resulting in extended shelf life, according to a news release.
SunFed is now introducing the postharvest solution to its grower partners for commercial implementation, the release said.
"We are excited to partner with Verdant Technologies to bring the benefits of HarvestHold Fresh to our cucumber operations,” Matt Mandel of SunFed said in the release. “With this product, we will continue our pursuit of perfect produce by delivering the highest quality and freshness to our customers.”
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HarvestHold Fresh was introduced in late 2021 as a shelf-life extension solution, the release said. As fruits and vegetables are harvested, growers and packers simply insert a sheet of HarvestHold Fresh into packaging from which industry-standard 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) is released using a plant’s natural chemistry, according to the release.
The solution can be applied anywhere in the supply chain and requires no catalysts or special equipment.
“We are thrilled to partner with SunFed, an industry leader that shares our passion for innovation and sustainability,” Jesus Gutierrez, director of sales at Verdant Technologies, said in the release. “HarvestHold Fresh is helping SunFed maintain the quality of their cucumbers for longer and reduce waste throughout the supply chain, which is a win-win for everyone."
