Fullcover: Protecting the blueberry without altering its bloom

Applying a protective treatment without wetting the blueberry has been a challenge for the industry. Fullcover responds to this need through ultra-electrostatic technology Patented low volume, allowing the fruit to be treated and its natural condition preserved.

Exported blueberries must maintain their quality throughout their journey to the consumer. For companies that carry out maritime shipments, this means facing long periods of transport, during which the fruit is susceptible to the development of rot.

The challenge begins in the packing process: how to apply a fungicide to the fruit without wetting it or affecting one of the Its most important attributes, the bloom?

The bloom: a natural protection that we must preserve

The bloom is the natural waxy layer that covers the blueberry and gives it its characteristic appearance. In addition to fulfilling a protective function, it is a valued quality attribute in its marketing.

Therefore, preserving it is fundamental in post-harvest processes. Treatments that wet the Fruit can affect this layer and compromise its appearance, which poses a challenge for the application of products intended to protect it.

The industry needed a solution capable of integrating both objectives: apply the treatment and to preserve the natural condition of the blueberry.

Protection for a fruit that must travel long distances

Although some shipments are made by air, maritime transport plays an important role in the export of blueberries. These trips prolong the time between the processing of the fruit and its arrival at the destination market.

During this period, maintaining the cold chain and proper handling are essential. In addition, A system for applying treatments in the packing facility allows for addressing fruit protection beforehand. from his office.

For exporters, the challenge is to incorporate that protection without adding moisture or altering the frost.

Fullcover: Ultra-low volume electrostatic application without wetting the fruit

Fullcover, developed by Ingeagro, uses ultra-low volume electrostatic technology patented to promote coverage and adhesion of the product applied to the surface of blueberry.

Its dry application allows the treatment to be incorporated into the packing process. without wetting the fruit and preserving its frostThus, it responds to a need that, according to Ingeagro's experience, with its blueberry customers, it did not have a suitable solution before the incorporation of this technology.

This development represents a concrete contribution to the industry: it allows for the application of a protective treatment compatible with the natural and commercial attributes of the fruit.

A technology with an international presence

Users of Fullcover technology include exporters, service companies and producers live, present in countries such as Chile, Peru, Argentina, Ecuador and Colombia, in addition to Morocco and Azerbaijanamong others.

This international presence reflects Fullcover's involvement in various operations and markets. In the blueberry industry, their contribution consists of having a system to apply treatments on the fruit without wetting it.

Its value lies in solving a specific packing difficulty and adding a protective tool. for the challenges of exporting.

A pioneering contribution to the post-harvest handling of berries

With Fullcover, Ingeagro has developed a solution to a specific problem in the industry. blueberry bush: protect the fruit by applying a treatment that preserves its bloom and natural condition.

This innovation reflects our commitment to developing technologies that respond to the real needs of producers, packing plants and exporters.

Does your company export blueberries? Let's talk about how to integrate Fullcover into your product line. process.