Sea freight becomes more realistic option for fragile fruit, as new packaging extends shelf life

23/02/2018

New packaging has the potential to preserve fruit for up to two months, making the prospect of ocean transport more realistic as shippers look to reduce their costs.

Speaking to The Loadstar at Fruit Logistica this month, Paclife agronomist Cristian Parra said the company’s polyethylene bags ...

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