Fresh Produce Technology
Technology drives growth and efficiency in the fresh produce industry by optimizing the entire supply chain. Robotics and autonomous harvesters help growers overcome labor shortages, while digital tools and IoT sensors enhance food safety through real-time traceability. AI-driven analytics extend shelf life and minimize waste by maintaining optimal environments for perishable goods. Explore how these innovations are transforming the fresh produce industry for a more sustainable future.
Ecorobotix said its ARA ultra-high precision sprayer can reduce chemical use by 95%, which will be available at select RDO Equipment Co. locations nationwide.
The University of Florida said researchers created a Strawberry Advisory System to help growers better understand when to spray fungicides.
The collaboration aims to help Pro-Act members with digital tools and marketing opportunities, designed specifically to bolster their competitiveness.
The University of Nebraska team’s goal is to grow the first acre of corn on Mars’ soil, but today the focus first is on growing leafy greens like lettuce.
Vendors can now upload comprehensive product catalogs featuring high-quality images and detailed descriptions, enhancing product visibility.
MiChamba — the companion app to the H2 Organizer seasonal worker management platform — aims to create an experience for employers and H-2 visa workers to save time and maintain compliance.
The trio of new offerings are intended to help elevate the customer experience and improve workflows.
The Degree of Certainty tool provides users with an understanding of the potential discrepancies between reported and actual values, the firm says.
The Swiss agtech and artificial-intelligence company said Cameron Holbrook joined the company as the new CEO of its North American business.
The line features Unitec pear-sizing and -sorting technology to increase the Wenatchee, Wash.-based marketer’s packing capacity and consistency in size and grade, said Brianna Shales, marketing director.
Bloomfield’s cameras are the foundation for a new software service that provides plant-level health and performance assessments for growers of grapes, blueberries and other specialty crops, the company said.
Store intelligence solutions provider Simbe says more ShopRite locations are adding Tally, an artificial intelligence-powered solution for inventory and operation insights.
The technology company says the investments will be used to scale its product pipeline, including seedless berries and pitless cherries, as well as advance its Fulcrum Platform.
The collaboration will use artificial-intelligence technology to streamline greenhouse operations, reduce energy costs and maximize crop yields.
WiliBot will enable users to learn more about the location and condition of products tagged with Wiliot’s Pixel.
The food technology company says it launched the artificial-intelligence-powered tool to deliver personalized, relevant assistance to the needs of a food industry business.
John Deere will acquire dozens of patents and a technology suite to support development of its See and Spray platform.
Chelsea Morning Produce is using Choco AI to automate a job that few people enjoy.
As food safety audits of leafy greens continue during the pandemic, California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement members have access to new tools streamlining the audit data.
Van Doren Sales Inc., East Wenatchee, Wash., which manufactures packinghouse equipment, has acquired Agjet LLC., a data integration company focused on case handling, coding and traceability.
Blythe, Calif.-based Fisher Ranch has expanded melon exports by extending the commodity’s storage window with the use of SmartFresh.
Sinclair International has appointed John Rogers to commercial director of North America
Eagle Eye Produce, Idaho Falls, Idaho, continues to ship Idaho-grown red potatoes, thanks to investments in storage technology.
Mission Produce Inc., Oxnard, Calif., is building a massive distribution center in Laredo, Texas, for Mexican avocados.
Onions Etc. is upping its production capacity this year, said Darrell Kelson, CEO.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and other groups have invested nearly $47 million in research over the past six years through the Huanglongbing Multiagency Coordination Group.
The COVID-19 crisis has increased the desire for greater visibility into all of the fresh food supply chain.
Apeel Sciences, Santa Barbara, Calif., is expanding distribution of limes treated to extend shelf life through Robinson Fresh.
Eurofins Scientific and QFresh Lab have a cooperative agreement to provide a full-service solution for food safety testing and shelf life quality for fresh-cut produce and salad kits.
PureFresh Sales, Selma, Calif., will be using shelf life extending products from Hazel Technologies, Chicago, to keep its fruit fresher.