Modified Atmosphere Extends Produce Shelf Life

Food Online was broadcasting live at Process Expo 2015 in Chicago, recording podcasts with key attendees at the show. Todd Schnick, host of Food Online Voices, spoke with influential industry leaders about hot topics in food and beverage manufacturing. These podcasts address the latest in technology and processes as described by individuals who are driving developments in food safety, processing, and packaging.

Dr. Eva Almenar, an assistant professor at Michigan State University School of Packaging, discusses extending the life of fruits and vegetables through packaging. She addresses how packaging can provide additional protection if its atmosphere is modified, reducing food losses, improving food safety, opening  markets and increasing options for consumers. This talk will discuss the impact of packaging trends on in-package atmosphere and consequently, on the quality and safety of food products. Almenar has over 10 years of experience in prolonging the shelf life of fresh produces using packaging technologies based on plastic materials.

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