SmartFresh™ ProTabs

Advancing Apple Preservation Technology

In global pomology, the ability to maintain fruit quality post-harvest is paramount. SmartFresh™ProTabs, manufactured by Freund-Vector Corporation on behalf of AgroFresh Inc., stands as an industry-leading solution for managing post-harvest physiological changes in apples. By leveraging the active ingredient 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), the product effectively inhibits ethylene receptors, allowing growers to manage the maturation process and significantly extend shelf life.

Optimized for Commercial Storage

The tablet formulation of SmartFresh™ProTabs provides significant advantages in terms of precise dosage and operational logistics. Unlike traditional gas-based systems that may require complex infrastructure, this tablet form is designed to provide consistency for professional fruit storage facilities. It is specifically formulated for apple growers who need to ensure their produce remains crisp and firm during long-term storage—often lasting up to 10 months.

Operational Standards

• Mechanism: 1-MCP slows down cellular respiration, delaying the softening of fruit tissues and maintaining the market-ready quality of apples.
• Dosage: With a rate of up to 1.00 L per ton, the product allows for controlled and highly effective treatment.
• Application Flexibility: The regimen permits up to 3 applications, providing the flexibility needed to address different harvest conditions and apple cultivars.
• Safety and Compliance: Classified under hazard class 3, the product requires standard professional handling procedures typical for high-grade agricultural chemical inputs.

By preventing the premature aging of fruit, SmartFresh™ProTabs allows growers to manage market supply more effectively, reducing waste and ensuring that consumers receive premium-quality fruit regardless of how long it has been in cold storage. It is an essential component of modern, high-intensity orchard management.