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Cision Canada
10 hours ago
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- Cision Canada
AgroFresh Expands Global Post-Harvest Solutions Portfolio with NatuWrap® in Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Nabaco®
PHILADELPHIA and SAN MARCOS, Texas, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ -- AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., a global leader in post-harvest quality and freshness solutions, and Nabaco ®, Inc., a platform science company specializing in eco-friendly solutions for farmers, produce packers, and beyond, including its NatuWrap ® fruit protection technologies, today announced an exclusive distribution agreement. AgroFresh will serve as the global commercial partner for NatuWrap, bringing the solution to fresh produce packers and processors worldwide. The agreement adds to AgroFresh's growing portfolio of innovative freshness technologies that meet the produce industry's desire for more natural solutions. "At AgroFresh, we're focused on delivering impactful solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers," said AgroFresh Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Clint Lewis. "Our company aim is to continuously identify unique, novel technologies, developed internally or through our partners, that address the needs of our customers. NatuWrap, developed by Nabaco, Inc., is a tangible example of this innovation commitment, helping to sustainably protect fruit quality throughout the produce supply chain." NatuWrap is a food - grade solution made from USDA National Organic Program (NOP) listed ingredients and is Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) certified. It forms a gentle, protective barrier that helps reduce scuffing, bruising and other damage during handling and storage. This delivers meaningful quality benefits across a variety of crops, including apples, pears, citrus, and cherries. As the U.S. cherry packing season begins, NatuWrap has been shown to reduce pitting and help maintain greener, fresher-looking stems, resulting in higher-quality fruit at retail. "NatuWrap represents a new standard in fruit protection – novel, effective and easy to integrate into existing operations," said Nabaco CEO Jamie Strachan. "AgroFresh's strong global reach and deep experience in post-harvest solutions makes them the ideal partner to scale the benefits of our technology to the widest possible range of fruit and vegetable packers and processors." This agreement is the latest in a series of strategic partnerships and new innovations from AgroFresh, underscoring the company's commitment to transforming the fresh produce industry with smart, sustainable post-harvest technologies. About AgroFresh AgroFresh is the global leader in post-harvest quality and freshness solutions that enhance quality and extend shelf-life of fresh produce, reducing food loss and waste. AgroFresh has been innovating for more than 40 years to address fresh produce supply chain challenges from all angles with a full suite of integrated storage, packing line and digital solutions. As the pioneer of SmartFresh ™, the world's first introduction to 1-MCP technology used to slow ripening, and Uvasys ™, the world's first laminated SO 2 generating sheets that prevent fungal decay in produce, AgroFresh empowers growers, packers and retailers to succeed in delivering fresh, quality and sustainable produce from harvest to home. To learn more about AgroFresh, visit About Nabaco Nabaco, Inc. is a Texas-based materials science company revolutionizing industries with its patented, eco-friendly solutions for farmers, produce packers, and beyond. Our flagship post-harvest product, NatuWrap ®, is a food-grade, temporary barrier designed to protect fruits and vegetables during processing and storage. By helping packers improve quality and yield, NatuWrap ® supports better returns to the farm and the planet.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AgroFresh Expands Global Post-Harvest Solutions Portfolio with NatuWrap® in Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Nabaco®
PHILADELPHIA and SAN MARCOS, Texas, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ -- AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., a global leader in post-harvest quality and freshness solutions, and Nabaco®, Inc., a platform science company specializing in eco-friendly solutions for farmers, produce packers, and beyond, including its NatuWrap® fruit protection technologies, today announced an exclusive distribution agreement. AgroFresh will serve as the global commercial partner for NatuWrap, bringing the solution to fresh produce packers and processors worldwide. The agreement adds to AgroFresh's growing portfolio of innovative freshness technologies that meet the produce industry's desire for more natural solutions. "At AgroFresh, we're focused on delivering impactful solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers," said AgroFresh Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Clint Lewis. "Our company aim is to continuously identify unique, novel technologies, developed internally or through our partners, that address the needs of our customers. NatuWrap, developed by Nabaco, Inc., is a tangible example of this innovation commitment, helping to sustainably protect fruit quality throughout the produce supply chain." NatuWrap is a food-grade solution made from USDA National Organic Program (NOP) listed ingredients and is Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) certified. It forms a gentle, protective barrier that helps reduce scuffing, bruising and other damage during handling and storage. This delivers meaningful quality benefits across a variety of crops, including apples, pears, citrus, and cherries. As the U.S. cherry packing season begins, NatuWrap has been shown to reduce pitting and help maintain greener, fresher-looking stems, resulting in higher-quality fruit at retail. "NatuWrap represents a new standard in fruit protection – novel, effective and easy to integrate into existing operations," said Nabaco CEO Jamie Strachan. "AgroFresh's strong global reach and deep experience in post-harvest solutions makes them the ideal partner to scale the benefits of our technology to the widest possible range of fruit and vegetable packers and processors." This agreement is the latest in a series of strategic partnerships and new innovations from AgroFresh, underscoring the company's commitment to transforming the fresh produce industry with smart, sustainable post-harvest technologies. About AgroFreshAgroFresh is the global leader in post-harvest quality and freshness solutions that enhance quality and extend shelf-life of fresh produce, reducing food loss and waste. AgroFresh has been innovating for more than 40 years to address fresh produce supply chain challenges from all angles with a full suite of integrated storage, packing line and digital solutions. As the pioneer of SmartFresh™, the world's first introduction to 1-MCP technology used to slow ripening, and Uvasys™, the world's first laminated SO2 generating sheets that prevent fungal decay in produce, AgroFresh empowers growers, packers and retailers to succeed in delivering fresh, quality and sustainable produce from harvest to home. To learn more about AgroFresh, visit About NabacoNabaco, Inc. is a Texas-based materials science company revolutionizing industries with its patented, eco-friendly solutions for farmers, produce packers, and beyond. Our flagship post-harvest product, NatuWrap®, is a food-grade, temporary barrier designed to protect fruits and vegetables during processing and storage. By helping packers improve quality and yield, NatuWrap® supports better returns to the farm and the planet. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BIO-CAT Gains Organic Certification to Meet the Growing Demands of Consumers
TROY, Va. and SHAKOPEE, Minn., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As consumer demand for clean-label, organic, and non-GMO products continues to surge, the pressure is mounting on ingredient suppliers to meet stringent certification standards and scale production accordingly. As the "food as medicine" movement gains traction and shoppers report increasing their purchases of natural (23%) and organic (22%) products over the last six months, the message is clear: the future of food is clean, and suppliers must rise to the occasion—or risk being left behind*. According to industry research, sales of natural, organic, and functional products grew by 6.6%, while conventional product sales declined by 0.2%**. This growth is largely driven by consumers prioritizing health, transparency, and sustainability. Organic and non-GMO certifications remain the top two attributes driving purchasing decisions—with 65% of shoppers stating they are more likely to buy a product that carries either the USDA Organic or Non-GMO Project Verified seal***. This consumer demand is now aligning with policy, as the White House Administration echoes the need for increased access to organic options. "All Americans deserve access to clean, organic, healthy food for our families and children," states the MAHA Action website. "Major food companies need to take accountability and responsibility for the ingredients that they put in our food and how they market their products to consumers." However, meeting this rapidly growing demand is no easy feat. Becoming organic certified requires a rigorous inspection process and adherence to strict federal standards prohibiting the use of synthetic pesticides, GMOs, and growth hormones. As brands shift toward clean formulations, ingredient suppliers are being called upon to deliver at scale—without compromising on integrity or quality. Two companies rising to meet this challenge are BIO-CAT, Inc. (Troy, VA) and BIO-CAT Microbials, LLC (Shakopee, MN), both of which have successfully achieved Organic Certification through QAI (Quality Assurance International), a leading certification body under the USDA National Organic Program. This certification also extends to their branded products, OPTIZIOME P3 HYDROLYZER® from BIO-CAT, Inc. and OPTIBIOME BS50® from BIO-CAT Microbials, Inc. "BIO-CAT is committed to producing top-quality products for our customers," said Robert Boyd, Director of Compliance for both companies. "Achieving organic certification for our facilities is another level of quality that we have implemented into our operations, as well as for the ingredients we produce." As the leader in enzyme solutions and probiotic strain development and fermentation, BIO-CAT and BIO-CAT Microbials understand that this certification is critical for both their customers and to continue to demonstrate their leadership role in the industry. "BIO-CAT and BIO-CAT Microbials are proud to support the growing natural product movement with a robust portfolio of non-GMO enzymes and non-GMO microbials" stated Chris Schuler, CEO & Founder of BIO-CAT and BIO-CAT Microbials. "I look forward to our team sharing this information with the industry at Vitafoods Europe in Barcelona this week." For more information about BIO-CAT Inc., BIO-CAT Microbials, LLC, their organic certifications, or branded products OPTIZIOME® and OPTIBIOME®, please contact Corporate Affairs at corporateaffairs@ About BIO-CAT, Inc. and BIO-CAT Microbials, LLCBIO-CAT, Inc. (Troy, VA) and BIO-CAT Microbials, LLC (Shakopee, MN) are leaders in clean-label ingredient production, offering certified organic and non-GMO microbial solutions to support the next generation of health-conscious brands. Sources:*Acosta Group – Study on Natural and Organic Growth Opportunities**Supermarket News - 8 Trends Driving Growth in Natural and Organic***The Non-GMO Project Verified: Who Is The Natural Shopper in 2024?, January 2024 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BIO-CAT Enzymes & Microbials Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
