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.
Hy-Vee has expanded its partnership with Instacart, integrating same-day delivery into its platforms via Instacart’s fulfillment-as-a-service, to enhancing the customer experience and meeting evolving needs.
The post-harvest technologies provider shared new messaging, a brand refresh and the latest since its September 2023 acquisition of South Africa-based packaging solutions provider Tessara at Fruit Logistica.
From yield forecasting to plant and weed identification, experts say the future is endless for the integration of artificial intelligence.
While bananas are the most important fruit that requires ripening solutions, Thermal Technologies sees growing interest in avocados, pears, mangoes, and other items, increasing demand for its multi-fruit-capable rooms.
The company says its process uses vaporized hydrogen peroxide, ozone and ultraviolet light to eliminate up to 99.99% of pathogens, addressing global food safety challenges across industries.
The company says the move is reducing errors, saving time and boosting productivity.
Montreal-based Sollum Technologies has unveiled new enhancements to its SUN as a Service, or SUNaaS, cloud platform.
Buying fresh produce in-store — contactless— just got easier at more Tops Friendly Markets locations.
Kalera, a vertical farming company based in Orlando, Fla., filed April 4, for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and the CEO stepped down. But leaders are making arrangements to continue regular operations throughout the process.
The Proxy Market Share Canadian Produce Intelligence System retains the comprehensive market share analytics of the previous version, while introducing powerful new features, the company says.
Jeff Kammermeyer brings over 20 years of experience across sales, marketing, strategy and operations.
The company said the new sensor integrations with its FreshCloud digital system offers quality control access throughout the produce value chain.
The hub leverages internet-connected tech and artificial intelligence to provide real-time insights that improve supply-chain transparency for IFCO’s global customers.
With a fleet of about 200 trucks and about 300 trailers, Twin Falls, Idaho,-based Giltner Inc., is an asset-based shipper with heavy business in the fresh produce sector.
SALINAS, Calif. — Ag tech startups Ganaz and GroGuru each earned a $250,000 investment June 26 at the first ever Radicle Automation Challenge.
SALINAS, Calif. — Ag tech startups and other businesses looking to set up shop in Salinas, Calif., will have more options after the completion of a project announced June 27 at the Forbes AgTech Summit.
AgroFresh Solutions Inc. and Del Monte Fresh Produce NA are collaborating to give retailers tools to extend the shelf life of bananas across the country.
The cold storage sector continues to see growth, with a recent industry study showing steady growth in North America.
Orora Packaging Solutions has entered into a strategic partnership with Accu-Label.
Compac has begun volume shipping of their next generation internal grading system.
With a $90-million investment, Bowery Farming plans to build large-scale indoor farms in cities across the country.
San Jose, Calif.-based Zest Labs reports that Castroville, Calif.-based Ocean Mist Farms is utilizing Zest Fresh to automate data collection on the condition of its produce.
Sun Automation Group and Canadian Corrugated Solutions have formed a partnership, Progressive Systems and Packaging Products.
BERLIN — FF Robotics is close to commercializing its robotic apple picker, according to company co-founders Avi Kahani and Gad Kober, and U.S. growers are expressing interest.
Cool Pak Solutions, a Port of Long Beach, Calif., cold storage and repack operation, has been purchased by AGRO Merchants Group, a cold storage and logistics company.
Global Cooling Inc. is marketing its Jet-Ready Precoolers as solution for keeping the cold chain for berries and cherries intact.
PISMO BEACH, Calif. — Loop, a division of New Jersey recycling company TerraCycle, seeks to reduce waste by marketing big-brand durable and reusable consumer packaging.
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has approved Best Sanitizers Inc.’s Alpet D2 Quat-Free Surface Sanitizer for use by organic food processors.
Flexible film packaging company Temkin International Inc. has a new packaging technology called Hydro-Sure.
Salinas, Calif.-based HeavyConnect has launched a food safety mobile application.