Perfectly Ripe: Packaging Fresh Produce

Perfectly Ripe: Packaging Fresh Produce

A young child discovers a sweet in their pocket; it’s a bit sticky and they’re not sure how long it’s been there, but they will almost certainly pop it into their mouth. In contrast, the same child spots the smallest mark, or bruise, on a piece of fruit and deems it inedible.

Whilst there may be no logic to this thought process, we are all quite picky when it comes to fresh produce. As an observer in the grocery section of any supermarket, you will see shoppers closely inspecting the fruit and veg. Like experts in quality control, items are checked for firmness, colour and mark free perfection before being added to the trolley.

Produce Packaging  

As the appearance of fresh produce is so important, it is vital that freshness is preserved during packaging and transportation. Due to its robust, protective qualities, corrugated cardboard has long been a popular choice for packaging fresh produce. Its ability to insulate also helps to keep items cool or warm, depending on requirements.

Furthermore, corrugated cardboard can easily be printed, which allows for boxed items to be branded and include point of sale designs to attract potential buyers. Then, when they are no longer needed, corrugated cardboard boxes be recycled for future use.

Box Liners

To further enhance the properties of corrugated cardboard, a range of liners have been introduced. These include moisture resistant liners for transporting meat products and ethylene (the ripening chemical) absorbing cardboard fruit trays.

Woolcool is another box liner, which has recently entered the market. Using the natural insulating and cushioning properties of sheep’s fleece, this eco-friendly box liner has proven its worth in keeping perishable goods fresher for longer.

Food Waste

As an affordable, convenient and sustainable means of transporting groceries, cardboard boxes and liners play a vital role in offering high quality produce that tempts buyers and reducing food waste.

From letterbox friendly packages for small home deliveries, through to large scale corrugated boxes for supplying goods to retailers, Aylesbury Box Company can assist. As your local box manufacturer, we can work with you to find the ideal packaging solution for your products and budget.