Did Your Blueberries Cross the Desert in a Coffin?
The cold chain is being transformed by controlled atmosphere tech, changing how produce is shipped globally. Discover how this affects your food, from farm to f
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Chain Watch
Key points
- Controlled atmosphere technology is revolutionizing the global produce trade by extending shelf life.
- This has enabled countries like Peru to become dominant exporters of delicate fruits like blueberries.
- The high cost and complexity of modern cold chains create a gap between large agribusiness and small farmers.
- While consumers benefit from year-round availability, the system is vulnerable to geopolitical and logistical disruptions.
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