03 Mar 2022 --- Tesco is trialing a plant-based food protection branded Apeel to extend the shelf life of fruit and vegetables. This protective extra “peel” slows the water loss and oxidation that causes produce to spoil. The trial will see approximately 80 UK Tesco Extras and Superstores around the Peterborough area stock Apeel-coated Jaffa Oranges, Jaffa Sweet Easy Peelers and Lemon Packs.The trial will seek to understand the effect the solution has on the shelf life of these items, before going through Tesco customer panels for feedback.The plant-based protection is available for an ever-growing number of categories and markets, including organic and conventionally grown produce.
