cold storage
AgroFresh partners with Strella on pear, apple storage monitoring
Postharvest freshness solutions provider AgroFresh Solutions Inc. is partnering with sensor technology developer Strella, in an exclusive global distribution agreement. The agreement, announced April 20, launches immediately for the Northern Hemisphere’s apple and pear seasons,... more »
Interstate Cold Storage receives Food Logistics award
Food Logistics magazine has named Interstate Cold Storage as one of the winners of the 2022 Top 3PL & Cold Storage Providers award. The award recognizes leading third-party logistics and cold storage providers in the... more »
Reducing postharvest storage disorders, extending apple storage life with HarvestWatch DCA-CF
{Sponsored} Apple storage issues are numerous, from reduction in flavor and crunchy texture to disorders that form during storage such as superficial scald and flesh browning. Scientists have known for a long time that controlling... more »
Jackie Wiggins to keynote Global Cold Chain Conference
Jackie Caplan Wiggins, Vice President and COO of Frieda’s Specialty Produce, will deliver the keynote at the Global Cold Chain Conference, Monday, June 25 in Chicago.... more »
Apple storage, aquaponics projects in Michigan get grants
The Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development will support the development of an aquaponics project and construction of an apple storage facility with two Food and Agriculture Investment Program grants. During its regularly scheduled... more »
Besseling makes inroads in North America cold storage
As a somewhat new player in terms of the North American market, not many people may have heard about Besseling Group controlled atmosphere (CA) equipment. But with over 1,000 CA installations in more than 30... more »
Crop load, better nutrient management curb bitter pit
Multiple years of studies in Pennsylvania grower orchards are providing additional clues for managing Honeycrisp in the orchard to prevent bitter pit following storage. Research led by Penn State University Extension Educator Tara Baugher, Professor... more »
SCS acquires UK storage company
Storage Control Systems Ltd. recently acquired the instruments and controlled atmosphere divisions of International Controlled Atmosphere (ICA), a company based in the United Kingdom. Storage Control Systems Ltd. is wholly owned by Jim Schaefer, the... more »
Fruit temperature important going into storage
Fruit are ripening ahead of normal harvest dates this year in all regions following this warm summer. My recommendation is to push through harvest to the extent possible, as weather is likely to deteriorate soon.... more »
Facilities use less energy, improve efficiency
The more apples you grow and pack, the more storage you need. If that storage is energy-efficient and improves the quality of your apples, so much the better. Here are two examples of growers who... more »
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