The scientific consensus has moved forward on the question of ethylene and its effect on fresh produce. The research confirmed that ethylene triggers and speeds up the rate of ripening, whilst also providing many natural developmental benefits. RYPEN, was developed following this discovery, intelligently reimagining the solution – designed to strike the perfect balance and address the nuances of ethylene. With RYPEN, selective ethylene adsorption seamlessly embedded into packaging materials, the rate of ripening is slowed at every step of the supply chain whilst still allowing a moderated amount of ethylene to provide its natural ripening benefits.
Avocado ripening has to be carefully managed and any damage of ethylene receptors, can result in severe consequences for the fruit quality and development from lack of softness and taste. With RYPEN this isn’t an issue even though this fruit type has high emission and sensitivity to ethylene.
- 100% increase in fruit meeting pressures spec (Maluma Hass)
- 40% reduction in arrival defects (high dry matter Hass)
- Up to 50% reduction in internal defects (retail)
Avocados are primarily grown in Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, Kenya and California. Mexico dominates production, with year-round availability peaking from October to February, supplying into the USA market. Peru’s season runs May to August, while California is February to September.
Main varieties include Hass (accounting for 80% of cultivation), Fuerte, Lamb-Hass, Maluma and Ettinger. Key export markets include the US, EU, and increasingly Asia, where India, Japan and China are emerging importers.
Avocado’s popularity has surged due to its power-house nutritional profile and versatility in cuisine, driving significant industry growth in recent years. Accessing these long-distance shipping markets demands precise post-harvest management and logistics to ensure that the product arrives at destination in perfect condition, with pressure and colour the key challenges.
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