19 Feb 2024 --- A recent study has proven that new technology, known as Vidre+, has the ability to extend the shelf life of leafy greens by multiple days. The innovation uses ethylene gas inhibiting stickers that release 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) — a plant growth regulator — to offer a new solution to the perennial problem of premature spoilage that can help the industry to battle against food waste.Leafy greens, such as arugula and spinach, are staple ingredients but often spoil during shipment or on the store shelf. This is part of the wider problem of food waste, which is further compounded by the escalating demand for fresh produce, driven by growing health-conscious consumer trends.
