Description:

In this episode, Vonnie Estes explores innovations in extending produce shelf life with leaders from three pioneering companies. Rodrigo Cifuentes and Bradford Warner from AgroFresh discuss their SmartFresh and FreshCloud technologies, which use sensing and digital solutions to maintain quality and reduce waste. Agustin Büchert from ClearLeaf introduces a silver-based antimicrobial solution that protects fresh produce from microbial diseases. Originally developed for medical use, this innovative pesticide alternative is non-toxic and safe for both consumers and the environment. Ofir Daube of Sufresca explains how their natural, edible coatings replace synthetic fungicides, offering a sustainable approach to post-harvest management. Learn how these technologies are shaping a more sustainable future for fresh produce.

Key Points from the Conversation:

• AgroFresh’s use of sensing and cloud technologies to improve post-harvest outcomes.

• ClearLeaf’s antimicrobial solution as a non-toxic alternative to synthetic pesticides.

• Sufresca’s natural edible coatings and their applications for vegetables and citrus fruits.

• The global push for sustainable and environmentally safe preservation solutions.

Guest Information:

• Rodrigo Cifuentes and Bradford Warner – Leaders at AgroFresh, specializing in post-harvest technologies for quality preservation.

• Agustin Büchert – Co-Founder and CSO of ClearLeaf, an innovator in silver-based antimicrobial solutions for fresh produce.

• Ofir Daube – VP of Product and Regulation at Sufresca, focused on natural edible coatings for post-harvest management.