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.
Former defense Secretary Leon Panetta, chairman of the Panetta Institute of Public Policy, will speak on food security and innovation at the upcoming Salinas Biological Summit on June 20-21, 2023.
Organic and specialty food distributor KeHE has partnered with Cornerstone Consulting to introduce Smart Shelf Tags.
The New Zealand government is giving the agri-tech sector an injection of 29.9 million New Zealand dollars through its Horticulture Technology Catalyst initiative.
Longbow Advantage has announced a new product vision for The Rebus Platform.
The acquisition marks a global expansion into table grapes and berries of AgroFresh’s food waste reduction and freshness solutions, the company says.
Bakersfield, Calif.-based International Fruit Genetics, LLC (IFG), has announced that a plant variety right infringement case in Yunnan, China has concluded in IFG’s favor.
The postharvest solution developer Lytone is adding two products to tackle contamination and browning issues in fresh produce.
St. Paul, Minn.-based Co-op Partners Warehouse may specialize in selling fresh fruits and vegetables, but customers will soon find out that ordering from them is a piece of cake.
Philadelphia-based AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has announced the attendance of key leadership at the 2023 International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce & Floral Show.
In this latest “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast with ZAG Technical Services, Chief Financial Officer Tim Bussey explores the importance of making an investment in tech, the biggest challenges faced in IT planning and more.
The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has published a final rule to update the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard’s List of Bioengineered Foods.
GuacAImole is a recipe generator that creates personalized guac recipes using a photo of ingredients or a finished dish.
Malkeet Padda steps into the new position with the company, which develops solutions to extend the quality shelf life of fresh produce and reduce food waste.
The Los Angeles-based agtech company says it will use the latest capital to accelerate expansion to Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia, as well as advance the development of technology and services.
Irvine, Calif.-based Agtools is heading to the Feb. 7-9 Fruit Logistica show in Berlin, Germany to share insights on avocados.
Saga Robotics’ solutions use UV-C light to eradicate powdery mildew in strawberry fields and vineyards. The company said it plans to expand in the U.S. to deploy its solutions in vineyards thanks to its latest funding.
Orchard Robotics hopes its artificial intelligence-driven camera system will help growers better understand what’s happening in their orchards and also better predict yields.
The company says it has developed a way to acquire data directly from trees and vines, providing accurate, automated measurements on plant water status to agriculture professionals, such as fruit and nut growers.
ThroughPut.AI says the collaboration will enable growers, suppliers, carriers, distributors and retailers to significantly improve the speed, accuracy and efficiency of their supply and cold chain operations.
A technology company focused on helping manage fresh-food inventory using artificial intelligence is going to be implemented at Michigan grocery stores as part of a pilot program.
As Apeel’s first fully integrated lemon supplier in the U.S., Limoneira will significantly expand availability of Apeel-protected lemons domestically and internationally.
Software solutions provider Procurant has unveiled a voice-enabled rating feature in its Procurant Inspect application.
Vertical farming brand Square Roots is opening its fourth farm on June 6.
The Packer recently sat down with the Divert CEO to learn how his company is partnering with retailers including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons Cos., and Kroger to convert billions of pounds of wasted food into energy.
Mulberry, Fla.-based software solutions provider Highland Ag Solutions is integrating the Sustainability Standard from the Sustainable Food Group into its Highland Hub software platform.
The partnership, leveraging advanced analytics and insights, can help streamline customers’ day-to-day activities around forecasting and purchase orders, according to a news release.
The autonomous agriculture solution company says the investment from Translink Capital and Catalyst Investors will boost its future plans.
Sean Sundberg, business integration manager for John Deere, shares how a collaboration with Sonoma County Winegrowers on the “vineyard of the future” project will benefit other specialty crop growers.
The study found the product’s slow and controlled release of industry-standard 1‑methylcyclopropene to be more effective in extending the shelf life of broccoli compared to traditional in-room 1-MCP applications.
As ag operations continue to embrace artificial intelligence, growers, packers and shippers are joining other business-to-business entities seeking practical starting points for entry into the AI domain.