Importance of air chain control in the postharvest sector

The concept of the air chain refers to the control and preservation of the quality of the air surrounding fruits and vegetables during post-harvest. Throughout this stage, it is essential to implement systems that eliminate, minimise and control spoilage agents such as ethylene and other volatile organic compounds intrinsic to the natural ripening process, as well as spores and microorganisms that may be present. The air chain is assimilated to the agri-food supply chain. Each link in the chain, i.e. production, packaging, transport (land, air or sea), storage and commercial distribution, must be kept in optimal conditions to maintain the nutritional and organoleptic qualities of the product until it reaches the consumer. BION solutions for the post-harvest air chainAs experts in the air chain, BIOCONSERVATION - BION offers effective and advanced solutions to filter and control air quality at all stages of the supply chain. This ensures that products reach the market in the best freshness conditions for consumption. The solutions are based on air filtration through BION compounds. The mixtures are developed exclusively in our laboratory. The result is highly absorbent and highly absorbent products. Together with filtration and monitoring equipment, BION offers complete, clean, safe and efficient solutions.