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.

Post-harvest food loss refers to the reduction in quantity and quality of food from harvest to consumption. In the salad industry, this loss can be substantial due to poor handling, over handling and the perishable nature of leafy greens like lettuce, spinach, and kale

the journey from farm to table presents several intricate challenges for salad processors