Broccoli Packaging

Taking Broccoli Packaging Out of the Ice Age

Broccoli crowns and florets encounter significant quality challenges during extended storage and transport, such as weight loss, dehydration, yellowing, microbial decay, and the loss of nutrients, especially Vitamin C.

Our modified atmosphere packaging solutions are scientifically engineered to preserve freshness, maintain appearance, and extend shelf life throughout storage and shipment with proven, consistent results.

Key Benefits

• Slows aging
• Minimizes dehydration and weight loss
• Maintains firmness
• Minimizes yellowing
• Reduces risk of microbial decay
• Enhances food safety
• Helps preserve Vitamin C content vs. iced broccoli

Iceless Broccoli — No More Messy Melting Ice!

Traditionally, in many countries, broccoli is packed in ice to preserve its quality during the supply chain. Xtend® bulk liners totally eliminate the need for ice, which means much leaner and greener handling and transportation. The iceless broccoli packaging is a game-changer for growers and shippers. It ensures freshness and vibrant florets, extends shelf life, and enables safer handling. In addition, the elimination of ice & waxed cartons/Styrofoam reduces freight costs per unit weight of broccoli since as much as 30% more broccoli can be packed in the same container space. Research conducted together with researchers at the Agrotechnology & Food Sciences Group at Wageningen University, demonstrated that our packaging reduces the carbon footprint by approximately 40% in shipments from Salinas Valley on the West Coast of California to New York on the East Coast. Learn more about our broccoli packaging below, or contact our team for a quote.