PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- New research
conducted by the University of California,
Davis found significant quality benefits for plums and
pluots using the SmartFresh™ Quality System, an industry-trusted
solution that allows growers, packers and retailers to better
manage ripening from the field to the consumer. AgroFresh
Solutions, Inc. ("AgroFresh" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:AGFS), a
global leader in produce freshness solutions, has commercialized
SmartFresh™ for more than 20 years and continues to expand its use
globally.
"Through this research we were able to investigate the
effectiveness of AgroFresh's SmartFresh Quality System on plums and
pluots," says Dr. Carlos Crisosto,
director of fruit and nut research and information center at the
University of California, Davis. "In
addition to extending shelf life, SmartFresh-treated fruits
maintained optimal flavor and visual characteristics, as well as a
reduced incidence of disorders that enhance market life and reduce
waste."
The UC Davis research confirms the commercial practice in many
countries where packers rely on SmartFresh to extend the
marketability of their plums. The study demonstrated that plums and
pluots treated with SmartFresh offer five key benefits for growers,
packers and consumers:
- Extend market life by six to nine days
- Preserve firmness, which is notably superior versus untreated
plums (24 days for plums and 15 days for pluots), providing an
opportunity for growers to target overseas markets
- Delay softening and skin color changes after the fruits are
removed from cold storage
- Maintain ability to ripen properly and maintain flavor (organic
acids) at the "ready-to-eat" stage by reducing titratable
acidity
- Reduce the incidence of cold storage disorders such as flesh
browning, flesh bleeding and flesh translucency
"The results from this study further signify why customers
collaborate with AgroFresh. The SmartFresh Quality System provides
a range of post-harvest benefits even for vulnerable, highly
perishable fruits," says Fernando Edagi, North America business development manager at
AgroFresh. "We're continuing to invest in the expansion of
solutions across various crops, so the produce industry has access
to proven solutions that extend shelf life, help deliver optimal
taste and texture, and reduce food loss and waste."
The SmartFresh Quality System helps to preserve the texture,
firmness, taste and appearance of produce during storage,
transportation and retail display. AgroFresh has over two decades
of Research & Development innovation, technical investment and
extensive, customer-specific know-how with SmartFresh. This trusted
and proven solution is now available for use throughout the world
across numerous crops** including pome fruit, avocado, banana,
melon, tomato, broccoli, mango, peach, nectarine, persimmon,
kiwifruit, lime, watermelon and plum.
SmartFresh Quality System customers have access to local
AgroFresh account managers who can provide on-demand customer
guidance and assistance. Regional and local service centers,
including AgroFresh's research center in Fresno, CA, are also available to assist
customers. AgroFresh's team of experts adhere to regulatory
guidelines, strict COVID-19 safety protocols and utilize
appropriate procedures to deliver outstanding, reliable and
uninterrupted service.
About AgroFresh
AgroFresh (Nasdaq:AGFS) is a leading global innovator and
provider of science-based solutions, data-driven technologies and
experience-backed services to enhance the quality and extend the
shelf life of fresh produce. For more than 20 years, AgroFresh has
been revolutionizing the apple industry and has launched new
innovative solutions in a variety of fresh produce categories from
bananas to cherries and citrus to pears. AgroFresh supports
growers, packers and retailers by providing near- and post-harvest
solutions across the industry to enhance crop values while
conserving our planet's resources and reducing global food waste.
Visit agrofresh.com to learn more.
*SmartFresh Technology is registered by the US EPA; Registration
No. 71297-2 (not registered for use on Plum or Pluot in
California)
SmartFresh SmartTabs is registered by the US EPA; Registration No.
71297-3
SmartFresh InBox is registered by the US EPA; Registration No.,
71297-5 (not registered for use on Plum or Pluot in California)
** For SmartFresh crop registration status in a particular
country, check with your local AgroFresh representative.
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