PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- AgroFresh
recently participated in the Formula VIII Conference, which aims at
advancing knowledge, sharing ideas and working together in the
field of product formulation. Held in Barcelona, Spain, July
4-7, 2016, the conference focused on all aspects of
formulation sciences and technologies. Participating companies,
such as AgroFresh, are innovators that continually bring scientific
discoveries and technical advances to the market, which allow new
product introductions to satisfy evolving customer needs.
Tirthankar Ghosh, Ph.D. and
Principal Research Scientist for AgroFresh, presented on using a
multiple emulsion approach to deliver 1-MCP (1-methylcyclopropene)
for pre-harvest applications. SmartFresh™, a 1-MCP
product offered by AgroFresh, is used widely in the fruit industry
to control postharvest ripening and quality loss of apples in
storage. With the success of postharvest 1-MCP, interest has
grown in Harvista™, a sprayable form of 1-MCP, for
pre-harvest application in the orchard for managing quality, color
and size of fruit while on the tree prior to harvest. This
discussion describes the next generation in the pre-harvest use of
1-MCP.
Dr. Ghosh presented novel approaches by AgroFresh for developing
formulations that allow successful application of 1-MCP, which can
be challenging because it is a gas. "Innovation for the sake of
customer satisfaction is a constant mission at AgroFresh," said
Ghosh. "We are excited to have participated at Formula VIII and
present our challenges with other entrepreneurial-minded
individuals. It is not only about sharing our knowledge but
learning from others who advance their companies with technology in
product formulation."
For more information on the Formula VIII conference visit
formula8bcn.com.
Visit AgroFresh.com or contact your local AgroFresh
representative.
About AgroFresh
AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:
AGFS) is a global horticultural produce industry leader, providing
a portfolio of innovative products and specialty services to
maintain the freshness, quality and value of fresh produce and
flowers. Its core products include SmartFresh™, the proven
post-harvest freshness protection technology for produce;
Harvista™, the advanced pre-harvest technology for apples and
pears; RipeLock™, the innovative post-harvest quality system for
bananas; and LandSpring™, an innovative pre-planting transplant
shock reduction application for tomatoes and peppers. AgroFresh
currently operates commercially in more than 40 countries and
employs more than 170 people worldwide. For more information, visit
www.AgroFresh.com.
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