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Produce Show Daily Friday, October 20, 2017 1 2 Experience Ginger in a New Way with Savortree Herb Crystals Ginger Savortree™ Ginger Crystals are the newest flavor in the Herb Crystals ® , Flower Crystals ® and Fruit Crystals ® line by Fresh Origins, a San Diego- based company. Made from real ginger, these Crystals have a refreshing and authentic ginger taste and they are the hottest new ingredient for spicing up cooking at home! Not only does ginger have health and medicinal benefits, these crystals will add delight and bal- ance to any meal! They are zesty and crunchy with just the right amount of ginger spice. From sweet to savory, add Ginger Crystals to salads, meats, seafood, pastries, fresh fruit, gelato, chocolate and even cocktails. "I love the Herb Crystals not only for their vibrant flavor, but also for the unique texture they impart to my desserts," says Pastry Chef Johnny Iuzzini. Savortree Crystals are an original concept by Fresh Origins. They have dazzling, all-natural colors and incredible flavors that come only from fresh whole herbs and flowers with absolutely no added flavors, preservatives or coloring, and they are Kosher Certified. Fresh Origins produces the most flavorful fresh herbs and edible flowers, which are carefully hand-har- vested at the peak of flavor and color content; these are then combined with cane sugar to create beautiful, fla- vorful crystals that look and taste amazing. Savortree Crystals add an enticing and distinctive finishing touch to any culinary creation. Add color, texture and flavor to salads, fresh fruit, chocolates and much more! For mixology: Savortree Mini Herb Crystals, Mini Flower Crystals and Mini Fruit Crystals are the next generation of glass rimmers. Mini Crystals have a finer granule size than the regular Crystals and are perfect for creating distinctive upscale cocktails. For tea: Savortree Herb Crystals, Flower Crystals and Fruit Crystals dissolve readily in tea. Sweeten hot tea in a distinctive and deli- cious new way! Savortree Crystals are available in the following flavors: Basil, Cilantro, Ginger, Habanero, Mint, Fennel, Rose, Hibiscus, Cranberry and Pumpkin Spice. They are shelf-stable and best used before six months, but can be frozen for a longer shelf-life. Visit booth #2100 or go to www.savortree.com to learn more. Michigan Apples are Consumers' Go-To It has been proven time and time again that consumers prefer the look and flavor of apples from the place where apples love to grow. Since 2008, the Michigan Apple Committee has conducted consumer research (consumer research was con- ducted by an independent researcher and funded by the Michigan Apple Committee) in Michigan and Chicago to see what consumers want in an apple. In 14 out of 15 studies, Michigan Honeycrisp ranked No. 1 in taste as well as appearance. Michigan Apples are not defined by just one variety, though. Two other premium Michigan varieties, Fuji and Jonagold, have consistently ranked in the top four. With 16 varieties to choose from, including popular types such as Honeycrisp, Gala, Empire, Fuji, McIntosh, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious and Jonagold, consumers can find a favorite Michigan Apple tailored to their tastes and culinary needs. Michigan Apple growers take great pride in producing a safe, quality fruit that consumers love. Besides taste and appearance, con- sumers are also drawn to the fact that Michigan Apples are locally grown. With more than 11.3 million apple trees grown commercially found on 825 family-run farms in Michigan, growers pride them- selves on providing delicious, high-qual- ity apples for consumers that is grown right in their own backyard. Even after the harvesting has ended, Michigan Apples are still available nearly year- round. This is thanks to controlled atmos- phere storage, which allows for fresh apples to be typically shipped from mid-August until June. This way, consumers can have a crispy bite of their favorite apple or whip up their favorite apple recipe any day of the year. The Michigan Apple Committee is a grower-fund- ed nonprofit organization devoted to marketing, education and research activi- ties to distinguish the Michigan Apple and encourage its consumption in Michigan and around the world. For more information, stop by booth #1409 or go to www.michiganapples.com. RipeLock Provides a Solution for Produce Freshness Concerns in Online Grocery Grocery trends in 2017 clearly indicate increasing consumer demands around convenience, freshness, quality and transparency. Where "one stop shopping" was once critical, consumers are becom- ing more fragmented in their approach, spreading their dollars across multiple channels to meet their grocery needs, including dedicated natural and organic retailers, limited assortment and online channels, to name a few. But many are still pressed for time and crave conven- ience. Supermarket programs such as "click and collect" and home delivery seek to make shopping faster and easier. And the growth of online and alternative channels continues to rise, largely due to Millennials. However, as health and wellness are also rising as consumer priorities, provid- ing fresh, quality products is critical or consumers are lost. Study after study indicates that consumers rank freshness and quality in produce as the most impor- tant factors affecting their purchase deci- sion (even over price). For online retail- ers, this is especially challenging and important, since customers take a leap of faith when placing their produce orders, as they can't preview the actual products they will receive. If online retailers don't deliver freshness, trust is not easily regained. Additionally, the amount of food and dollars wasted on spoilage and customer returns makes the issue an essential one to solve. Technologies are emerging to address these challenges. "Computer vision," where produce can be "seen" by a computer to assess browning and manage stock rotation to avoid spoilage, is one example. Another example is RipeLock™, a technology which enhances the quality and shelf-life of bananas and other fresh produce. The RipeLock Quality System from AgroFresh pro- vides unmatched control over the banana ripening process, helping bananas retain their freshness throughout the supply chain all the way to the kitchen counter. With a specially designed package and an ethylene- inhibiting application, RipeLock main- tains proper humidity during the shipping process, reducing rot and mold, and helps to hold the bananas' color longer, reduce sugar spots and maintain pulp freshness and texture. Research shows that a successful banana program leads to increased sales in overall pro- duce. With a product like RipeLock, online retailers can provide more consistent quality and a longer shelf life of bananas, which will increase customer loyalty, reduce waste and ultimately help drive more sales overall, since consumers are more likely to trust the qual- ity of other perishable and non- perishable products based on a positive experience with bananas. RipeLock bananas are available from your banana supplier, in traditional 40-pound boxes, 10-pound bags, cluster bags and other packaging formats to meet the needs of the online and foodservice industries. For more information, visit booth #4217, go to www.ripelock.info or contact Kevin Frye at 704.962.2872 or kevin frye@agrofresh.com. Discover the Forward Thinking Zumex Code Commercial juicer manufacturer Zumex is excited to unveil its unique Zumex Code, aimed at introducing customers to what the company is all about while pre- senting the unique benefits of juice cul- ture. With over three decades of develop- ing increasingly robust and efficient juic- ing solutions, Zumex can explore the juice business perspective from a unique- ly advantageous position. The company steadfastly focuses on innovation and technology, both of which are used to reach its optimum goal: providing cus- tomers incredible, natural juice. Zumex's juicing solutions allow for full fruit and vegetable processing for industries such as food engineering, vending, plus food- service and retail. For customers seeking a juicer, a multi-juicer or cold press, Zumex is ready to tackle the challenges and deliver forward thinking results. As Zumex continues its never-ending mission to become a part of adopting healthier lifestyles, customers will find Zumex solutions in essential areas where they spend some of their time: air- ports, hotels, local juice bar, the supermarket and many more. With the Zumex Code, a universe of freshness is in store. Zumex has developed a video as a fundamental piece of the campaign. Visit the Zumex Code website to watch the video and learn more about the new cor- porate campaign: www.zumex.com/ zumexcode/?lang=en. About Zumex Zumex has been a leader in fruit and vegetable juice extraction since 1985. With more than 30 years of experience, its solu- tions currently serve foodser- vice and retail, vending and food engineering. The company has an international presence in over 100 coun- tries and is headquartered in Spain. For more information, call 305.591.0061 or visit www.zumex.com. Learn more at booth #5108.