PHILADELPHIA, June 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- AgroFresh
Solutions, Inc. ("AgroFresh") (NASDAQ:AGFS), a global leader in
produce freshness solutions, today announced a collaboration
agreement with Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. ("Del Monte"),
producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality fresh and
fresh-cut fruit and vegetables, to bring AgroFresh's RipeLock™
Quality System to more retailers and consumers across North America.
The collaboration offers Del Monte, one of the world's leading
banana distributors, direct access to RipeLock, AgroFresh's
innovative technology for extending yellow life and delivering
better quality bananas, inside and out. RipeLock works with the
banana's natural ripening process, using a two-part system to
control respiration during transport, ripening and distribution,
reducing weight loss and improving the appearance and taste profile
of the bananas.
"Our demonstrated success in revolutionizing the apple industry
has provided more people with healthy produce year round and helps
to reduce food waste," said Jordi
Ferre, AgroFresh CEO. "Our latest solution for bananas
promises to do the same while underscoring our overall commitment
to enhancing fruit quality for both our customers and consumers
alike. Partnering with a trusted company such as Del Monte is a
privilege and we look forward to working together to deliver the
highest quality bananas."
Research indicates that bananas are the number one planned
produce purchase as well as the top supermarket impulse buy.
Displaying the preferred color bananas turns shoppers into buyers.
An NPD Group study showed that nearly 50 percent of consumers
prefer to buy bananas that are more yellow than green. RipeLock
enables partners to consistently display high-quality bananas,
keeping them bright yellow and fresh longer, resulting in higher
sales.
"Del Monte has always been committed to delivering fresh,
premium quality bananas to our customers throughout North America. Now, with the collaboration
with AgroFresh, we will have even more tools to support our
customers and further improve their banana program," said
Emanuel Lazopoulos, senior vice
president of North America sales,
marketing and product management at Del Monte.
The collaboration between AgroFresh and Del Monte supports both
organizations in their commitment to explore and develop
technologies to extend freshness and enhance quality of
produce.
"RipeLock technology has proven to deliver better quality ripe
bananas that stay fresh longer," said Narciso Vivot, retail solutions global director
at AgroFresh. "While we will continue our independent efforts to
expand RipeLock's presence, we're proud of this opportunity to
partner with Del Monte to give more consumers the fresh and tasty
yellow bananas they demand."
About AgroFresh
AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGFS) is a global leader in
delivering innovative food preservation and waste reduction
solutions for fresh produce. The Company is empowering the food
industry with Smarter Freshness, a range of integrated solutions
designed to help growers, packers and retailers improve produce
freshness and quality, and reduce waste. AgroFresh's solutions
range from pre-harvest with Harvista™ and
LandSpring™ to its marquee SmartFresh™
Quality System, which includes SmartFresh, AdvanStore™
and ActiMist™, working together to maintain the
quality of stored produce. AgroFresh also has a controlling
interest in Tecnidex, a leading provider of post-harvest
fungicides, waxes, coatings and biocides for the citrus market,
including Textar™ and Teycer™.
Additionally, the Company's initial retail solution,
RipeLock™, optimizes banana ripening for the benefit
of retailers and consumers. AgroFresh has key products registered
in over 45 countries, with approximately 3,700 direct customers and
services over 25,000 storage rooms globally. For more information,
please visit www.agrofresh.com.
About Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc.
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. is one of North America's leading marketers and
distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and
vegetables. Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. markets its
products in North America under
the Del Monte® brand (as well as other brands), a symbol of product
innovation, quality, freshness and reliability for more than 125
years.
Media Contact: Amie Leopold
aleopold@agrofresh.com
267-317-9319
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