Most processors focus on what they buy. The best processors focus on what they keep. This article explores why yield recovery may be the most overlooked profit centre in fresh produce processing.

Most yield losses don't happen because of major mistakes. They happen because of small decisions repeated thousands of times every day. In fresh produce processing, a few millimetres can make a surprisingly large difference.

Most processors focus on what they buy. The best processors focus on what they keep. This article explores the hidden economics of yield, waste and consistency in fresh produce processing—and why the biggest opportunities are often hiding in plain sight.

There is a difference between machinery that looks impressive and machinery that performs under pressure.

Extractacore® systems are built for real production environments - long hours, demanding schedules, variable crops, and the need to deliver day after day.

Processors choosing our equipment today are looking beyond brochure promises. They want proven engineering, dependable uptime, from machinery that starts paying back from day 1 - That why market leaders are focusing their attention on Extractacore® for post-harvest processing.

ExtractaCore is transforming agritech with robotic de-coring machines that cut salad processing waste by 20%, saving tons of lettuce annually. Aligned with SDG 12 and the EPA’s Wasted Food Scale, our robotic, AI-driven technology boosts yields, and supports U.S. sustainability goals. Join us in reducing food waste—read more to discover how we’re revolutionizing salad processing!

Discover how sustainable salad processing with robotic de-coring saves costs and scales operations. Achieve 97.2% yield with Extractacore’s solutions.

This is Industrial Intelligence in action: performance-first, seamlessly integrated, and built for long-term value. Smart robotics that optimize tasks without constant human input, ensuring precision and uptime ….

With yields typically in the range of 80% to 85%, there is no doubt that food loss is occurring …..

Food Standards bodies around the globe are pushing for stricter food safety regulations, and new standards for preventative food safety measures - food safety compliance is becoming a key factor in market access.

Ensuring safe, contamination-free production is essential for businesses looking to remain in the marketplace.

Hand-cutting lettuce and broccoli presents several issues: inconsistent results, high labor expenses, and production slowdowns. Even experienced workers …….

When a single contamination can lead to recalls, tarnished reputations, and legal issues. We’re looking at a major case for reduction in bacteria transfer -

No one can argue that soil analytics and yield statistics are game changers. They allow us to make data-driven decisions that enhance the way we farm, the more data that can be gathered will result in better use of resources and higher yields.

Wages might seem reasonable, however, associated costs with traditional labor include training, healthcare, insurance, benefits, and potential downtime due to illness or injury.

For a large-scale salad processor, the move from hand labor to robotic automation in lettuce de-coring is the fast lane to increased efficiency, consistency, and safety in the production line.

High-volume food processing operations face unique challenges. Innovative processes can significantly enhance efficiency, product quality, and waste reduction. Here are a few reasons why staying ahead of the curve is vital:

Harvesting is often seen as the most labor-intensive and time-sensitive part of crop production, making it an obvious target for automation. The potential for reducing labor costs and increasing efficiency during peak harvest times is undeniably attractive to farmers and agribusinesses.

Inefficient processing techniques are a major contributor to post-harvest food loss in the salad industry. By adopting automated systems,

Consumers have become increasingly aware of food-borne illnesses, such as those caused by E. coli O157:H7, and the need for safer processing methods is clear.

handling and storage are significant contributors to post-harvest food loss

Food loss is a significant issue in the salad industry, particularly due to inconsistency in harvesting and de-coring techniques.