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On Shelf Availability Solution Market - Forecast(2024 - 2030)

On Shelf Availability Solution Market Overview

The global On Shelf Availability Solution market size is forecast to reach $4.7 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2027. The on-shelf availability solutions are deployed in various end user industry verticals, such as Warehouses, E-Commerce Websites, Digital transformation, Response Time Analysis, Internet of Things, Retailers and more to enhance the overall inventory management of the organization. Therefore, on shelf availability solutions eliminate the risk of out-of-stock situations by monitoring and tracking each and every Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) in real-time position. In addition, the solutions can also help identify if an item is misplaced within a facility, thereby further improving the overall efficiency of the end user’s operations. The rapid surge in the adoption of online shopping after the COVID-19 pandemic is anticipated to play a major role in driving the market as the sudden growth in demand faced by e commerce websites is increasing the need for enhancing supply chain efficiency. Through the use of on shelf availability supply chain management solutions and radio frequency identification technology, key players in the e commerce sector will be able to reduce the time and cost necessary for monitoring inventories.

Report Coverage

The report: “On Shelf Availability Solution Industry Outlook – Forecast (2022-2027)”, by IndustryARC covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the On Shelf Availability Solution Industry.

By Component: Hardware, Software, Services By Technology: Fixed Cameras, Mobile Applications, Others By Deployment: On-Premise, Cloud By Application: Equipment Condition Monitoring, Store Performance Assessment, Customer Pattern Analysis, Product Identification, Detection of Misplaced Products, Planogram Compliance Verification, Inventory Management, Others By End Users: Warehouses, Suppliers, Retailers, E-commerce Websites, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturers, Others By Geography: North America (US, Canada, Mexico), Europe (Germany, U.K, France, Spain, Italy, Others), APAC (China, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, South Korea, Philippines, Hong Kong, Others), South America (Brazil, Argentina and others), RoW (Middle East and Africa)

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Key Takeaways

The hardware segment in the on shelf availability solution market segmented by component accounted for the largest market share in terms of revenue with 46.03%, in 2021.

North America accounted for the largest market share in on shelf availability solution market in terms of revenue with 37.5%, in 2021. Surge in the North American E- commerce sector after the COVID-19 pandemic and the presence of a highly developed retail and supply chain sector are some of the key factors contributing to the growth of the segment.

Growing instances of supply chain disruptions is anticipated to be a key factor driving the market for on shelf availability solutions for inventory management applications as such solutions provide end users with automatic inventory monitoring using technologies such as sensors, cameras and Radio-frequency identification (RFID).

On Shelf Availability Solution Segment Analysis- By Component

The shelf availability solution market by component has been segmented into hardware, software and services. The hardware segment accounted for the largest On Shelf Availability Solution market share in terms of revenue with 46.03%, in 2021. The rapid growth of the segment can be attributed to the large volume of various hardware systems necessary for the implementation of on shelf availability solutions in retrial stores and warehouses. For instance, sensors are required to be placed at the back of each individual shelf of retail outlets in order to accurately determine shelf availability. Hardware can help with inventory management in situations where ceiling and shelf-mounted cameras cannot. SmartSight machines, for example, can automate the process of identifying misplaced items on shelves and sales floor quantities, as well as alerting employees when certain items are running low. Amazon goes a step further with its Amazon Go Grocery model stores, which are powered by Just Walk Out. Deep learning, sensor fusion, and computer vision are all used in this project. The store's extensive network of cameras and IoT sensors can detect when a customer removes an item from the shelf and places it in their shopping cart. When a customer leaves the store, their credit card is charged for the items they purchased. Amazon.com alone has increased its monthly traffic from 2 billion in 2019 to 2.3 billion in 2020 and a record 2.8 billion in February 2021.

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On Shelf Availability Solution Segment Analysis- By Application

The on shelf availability solution market by application has been segmented into equipment condition monitoring, store performance assessment, customer pattern analysis, product identification, detection of misplaced products, planogram compliance verification, inventory management and others. The product identification segment accounted for the largest On Shelf Availability Solution market share in terms of revenue with 25.9%, in 2021. The higher share of the segment is attributed to the growth in the use of laser sensors, RFID tags and shelf monitoring cameras in the retail sector. Such devices monitor and identify individual products within the store shelves, thereby ensuring that out of stock situations does not take place. The retail business will be greatly impacted by implementing automatic product recognition in grocery stores using photos. Businesses are increasingly focusing on how to employ artificial intelligence technology to transform the retail industry's ecology and connect online and offline experiences as retail evolves at a rapid rate. Merck KGaA, a German pharmaceutical company, is pioneering the use of AI and predictive analytics across its entire supply chain. They're also conducting research on Aera Technology Inc. analytics software to "predict demand spikes, identify bottlenecks, and alleviate supply shortages for 100 products." According to Retail TrendsPlaybook2020, "the software collects supply chain data from Merck KGaA's various planning systems and, after the data is uploaded to Aera's cloud infrastructure, is analyzed by machine learning algorithms.“

On Shelf Availability Solution Segment Analysis- By Geography

By Geography, On Shelf Availability Solution Market has been segmented into North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Others. North America accounted for the largest market share in terms of revenue with 37.5%, in 2021. Surge in the North American E- commerce sector after the COVID-19 pandemic and the presence of a highly developed retail and supply chain sector are some of the key factors contributing to the growth of the segment. For instance, according to Forbes, the US E-commerce sales in 2021 increased by approximately 14.2% and represented around 13.2% of all retail sales in 2021. However, Asia pacific region is projected to be the fastest growing market over the forecast period 2022 to 2027, owing to the rapid rise in the implementation of new digital infrastructure such as 5G networks in emerging economies such as China and India. In addition, robust growth in development of AI Research and Development in China is another key factor contributing to the market growth.

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On Shelf Availability Solution Market Drivers

The growing number of supply chain disruptions is expected to the drive the market growth for the on shelf availability solution market

Growing instances of supply chain disruption is anticipated to be a key factor driving the market for on shelf availability solutions for inventory management applications as such solutions provide end users with automatic inventory monitoring using technologies such as sensors, cameras and Radio-frequency identification (RFID). This enables organizations to accurately account for existing inventory and forecast when reorders need to be placed to eliminate out of stock situations. Besides, the accurate data provided by such systems give end user industries more time to switch suppliers in case supply chain disruptions take place, thereby reducing the risk of out-of-stock situations. Some of the major causes of supply chain disruptions that took place in 2021 include COVID-19 pandemic, the blockage of Suez Canal and extreme weather events. For instance, numerous companies were left without inventories owing to the shutting down of Vietnam’s major manufacturing hub due to rising COVID-19 cases. Meanwhile, large scale lockdowns in China to combat COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine conflict were some of the major factors that disrupted the global supply chain in 2022. Furthermore, on shelf availability solutions enable suppliers and retailers to manage and account for safety stock more efficiently. Safety stock management is a proactive approach to inventory management that establishes a minimum volume of inventory to keep on hand. This inventory acts as a buffer to compensate for demand surges or supply shortages. The real time visibility provided by on shelf availability solutions also significantly reduce the time taken for decision making processes.

The growing application of AI in a wide range of end use industries is driving the on shelf availability solution market

Rapid growth in the adoption of AI technologies among end user industries such as retail stores and e commerce websites is anticipated to boost the adoption of AI enabled on shelf availability equipment and software during the forecast period. According to a recent study conducted by KPMG international limited, around 90% of retail business leaders stated that their employees are prepared and have the skills for AI adoption in 2021, up from only 47% in 2020. An estimated 53% of retail business leaders believed that the COVID-19 pandemic increased their company’s pace of adoption. Such growth in positive outlook towards implantation of AI in the retail sector is acting as a major boost for on shelf availability solutions. Furthermore, with advancements in AI technology, numerous retail chains are implementing autonomous retail outlets and checkout free stores. For instance, In January 2022, Aldi opened its first checkout-free supermarket where people can shop without having to scan a product.

On Shelf Availability Solution Market Challenges

The decline in global retail sales is a key challenge for the on shelf availability solution market players

Reduction in customer footfall into retail stores and overall decline in sales through retail outlets in several regions is projected to be a key factor challenging growth opportunities during the forecast period. The decline in retail shopping can be attributed to the high inflation levels in regions such as the US and Europe. For instance, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the consumer price index (CPI) increased by 8.5% for the 12 months ending March 2022. The CPI was the largest 12-month increase since the period ending December 1981. In addition, the two categories that had the largest impact on the rising price index were food at 8.8% and energy at 6.9%. Such growth in the prices of essential items meant that spending on other non-essential items were greatly reduced, thereby directly impacting the retail sector. For instance, according to Forbes, department stores sales in March declined from that of February by approximately 0.3% in the US. Meanwhile, according to data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC), retail footfall in the UK decreased by 15.4% year-on-three-years (Yo3Y) in March 2022.

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On Shelf Availability Solution Market Landscape

Product innovations, acquisitions, Partnerships and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the On Shelf Availability Solution Market. On Shelf Availability Solution top 10 companies include:

ATLAS Technology Group

SAP SE

IBM Corporation

Retail Solutions Inc.

Mindtree Limited

Retail Velocity

BeMyEye Holdings Ltd

Shelfie Pty Ltd

Enterra Solutions LLC

Recent Developments

In January 2019, Retail Solutions Inc. Entered into a partnership with CROSSMARK, a key sales and marketing services company, to develop a new On shelf Availability solution, called the OSA 360. The solution is an Industry first, and combines RSi's proven on-shelf alerting technology with CROSSMARK's unparalleled in-store services and execution support.

In July 2021, BeMyEye Holdings announced the release of a new upgrade for their Compass App. The new upgrade comes in the form of a real-time image recognition tool, for store audits. The tool can scan shelves for products and provide related store insights for sales representatives, thereby cutting down audit times.

In April 2022, Retail Velocity announced an Upgrade for their VELOCITY Pro platform. The VELOCITY Pro 10 comes with new improved dashboards as well as an improved user interface and control centre. The new version is also capable of Item price history management and management of item hierarchies in shelves.

In April 2022, Retail Velocity announced the launch of its VELOCITY Essential platform, which is a toned-down version of the VELOCITY Pro platform. VELOCITY essential provides consumer goods manufacturers with an alternative to the more robust and expensive VELOCITY Pro. The new platform provides on shelf availability solutions to SMEs with less brands and geographical presence. 

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North Carolina Relief Masterlist

One of my close friends is currently living in North Carolina and took the time to put together this really nicely organized list of organizations currently taking donations after Hurricane Helene, and I thought it'd be nice to share it on tumblr as well since I know some folks like these kinds of organized lists! All links and descriptions come from her and her experiences with the orgs below. 👍

Foundation

The Community Foundation of WNC - Read no further if you want a catch-all, one stop donation spot for WNC long-term Helene response. CFWNC is a permanent pool of charitable capital for the 18 counties of Western North Carolina including the Qualla Boundary (land of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians). They are an amazing source of consistent support to many WNC nonprofits via grant opportunities. They have financially supported so many of the non-profits I have encountered or worked with. Donate to the cause of your choice via CFWNC (including the Helene response specifically) here.

Food Security, Farm Support & More

Bounty & Soul (Swannanoa Valley, Black Mountain, and Asheville) - decade-old non-profit currently typically focused on health and food insecurity now working in partnership with World Central Kitchen, MANNA, Hearts with Hands, and many others to distribute food, hot meals, and supplies. They are also working to resume purchasing and distributing fresh produce from farmers in WNC who still have crops to harvest and sell. Donate to their disaster relief here.

Annie’s Culinary Garden - I often frequent this small but mighty Black Mountain restaurant, which is closely partnered with Bounty & Soul. Annie’s was already embedded in health and food justice work pre-Helene but the last 2 weeks, Annie and her team have been working around the clock (using a generator to power their restaurant) to provide free vegan, vegetarian, and other diet-specific hot meals to retirement homes, distribution hubs, and also to feed the staff and volunteers at these hubs. This has been a huge need expressed to me by community members because much of the food available at distribution sites is not able to be eaten by those requiring special diets. Donate to their effort here.

Haywood Christian Ministry (Waynesville) - WNC’s largest food pantry has partnered with MANNA (WNC's largest food bank?) and is distributing food on the ground and requesting donations to help with the emergency disaster response. They are also directly purchasing from WNC farms to distribute fresh foods for folks cooking bulk hot meals and for families who can cook at home. For info and to donate, go here. 

Food Connection(Asheville-based) - I first encountered this org at a food waste solutions summit and thought their concept was brilliant. They rescue high-quality, chef-prepared meals and deliver them to neighbors in need (often those who can’t afford to participate regularly in Asheville’s expensive foodie culture). I have since seen them out in Asheville and beyond to rural communities doing exactly what they do best and delivering delicious, no-cost hot meals to Helene victims. Donate to them here.

Foothills Food Hub (McDowell County) - McDowell was hit really hard and this hub is working to source water and shelf-stable goods to distribute. They will continue to feed vulnerable populations and to support farmers with direct purchasing and a reliable market. Requesting monetary donations, which can be made online here.

TRACTOR Food & Farms (Spruce Pine*, Mitchell County) - In another hard-hit county, this hub is also working, much like the Foothills Food Hub, on connecting local farmers with folks in a system of equitable healthy food access in rural communities. Donate to this local food hub here.

*Interesting aside: Spruce Pine and its quartz mines were extremely damaged by flooding and this threatens the global tech industry. This rural town is home to one of the world’s only sources of high-purity quartz. The mines are currently trying to re-open.

MANNA FoodBank (Asheville) - This very large organization is still doing what they do best and distributing food, water, and more, despite having their warehouse/headquarters were destroyed in the flooding along the Swannanoa River. Donate online here.

Farmer Support & Advocacy

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) (WNC) - this wide-reaching farmer advocacy org is currently reestablishing communications with WNC farmers and getting aid to them. They also have healthy food programs that, once operating again, will serve tangentially in the relief effort. I have worked adjacent to this org for the last year and am a dogged cheerleader of them and their work. Donations can be made here.

Center for Environmental Farming Systems (Qualla Boundry and WNC) -  CEFS works closely with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, NC State, extension services and more to support food and farm initiatives across WNC. I previously worked adjacent to this org and was extremely impressed by their commitment and effectiveness. Donate (ideally to “Friends of CEFS” for more flexible funding) here. 

Tierra Fértil Coop (Hendersonville) - social and economic farmer cooperative formed by a group of Hispanic community members living in Henderson County that grows and provides culturally-specific foods but also has community programs to support the Latinx community in Henderson county. I have attended some of their educational events and have worked adjacent to them. I am ever impressed by their work. Donate to them by emailing tierrafertilcoophv@gmail.com.

Economic Justice & More

Pisgah Legal Services (all over WNC) - these folks do just about everything “life admin” for WNC's most vulnerable populations and have done so for over forty years. They provide pro bono civil legal aid, health insurance enrollment, and more. I have worked adjacent to them over the last year and could not be more impressed by their broad scope of bi-lingual legal work that maintains incredible efficiency and effectiveness. Donate to them here. 

Just Economics (WNC) - JE works on shaping the economic development of WNC in a way that benefits everyone and promotes a sustainable future. I have attended some of their workshops and found them to be powerfully educational. I am also grateful for their political advocacy for living wages for all in WNC. They are not directly working on the Helene response (as far as I know), but the road to recovery is long and their economic justice advocacy will be especially crucial as WNC rebuilds. Donate to JE here. 

BeLoved (Asheville) - Org working on improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through our focus areas of Home, Health, Equity, and Opportunity. On-the-ground volunteers are currently collecting and distributing a wide array of supplies and BeLoved will continue to play a significant long-term role in housing and more. Donate to BeLoved here.

Health Services & Equity

Blue Ridge Health (WNC) - Blue Ridge Health is a federally qualified health center that is continuing to provide accessible & affordable medical care and mental health care to vulnerable populations (now including Helene victims) with their sites around the region and mobile clinics. Donate here.

Vecinos (WNC) - This rapidly growing org provides direct healthcare services to underserved, uninsured communities with a focus on WNC's farmworkers at their clinics and with mobile clinics on site at farms. Donate to their continuing services here. 

Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (Asheville based) - The ABCCM helps run and provide shelter in Asheville and is partnered with the Red Cross. Donations help pay for motel and food vouchers for local residents and long-term support for those displaced. A personal aside: ABCCM also has an awesome medical clinic serving uninsured folks and they were the only medical service I could find that would treat a tick born illness that I had when I first arrived in the US from Canada (I did not yet have health insurance). To donate to their Helene response, go here.

Schools & Youth

FernLeaf Community Charter School (Fletcher) - FernLeaf was partially destroyed by Helene (one of the school buildings was entirely lifted off of its foundation then dropped several feet away in a truly remarkable display of the power of water from a small nearby creek). Donate to FernLeaf here. 

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County - The local United Way typically works on youth/child food security, educational support, and physical and mental health care services. The org is helping with immediate natural disaster response and long-term support for flood victims. Donations can be made online here.

Other

Blue Ridge Public Radio - obviously these NPR folks have been working around the clock to keep people informed in the old-fashioned way, over the airwaves. You can support them here.

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Focus on Core Business Activities: By outsourcing your software development, you free up your internal resources to focus on core business activities. This allows your team to concentrate on what they do best, while the technical experts handle the development of your custom software. 

Scalability and Flexibility: Outsourced development teams can easily scale their services to meet the evolving needs of your business. Whether you need additional features, system upgrades, or integration with new technologies, an outsourced team can adapt to your requirements. 

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Selecting the right partner for your custom enterprise resource software outsourcing is crucial to the success of your project. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a development partner: 

Industry Experience: Look for a partner with experience in your industry. This ensures that they understand the unique challenges and requirements of your business, allowing them to develop software that truly meets your needs. 

Technical Expertise: Ensure that the development team has the technical expertise required for your project. This includes knowledge of the specific programming languages, frameworks, and platforms needed to build your custom ERS. 

Proven Track Record: Review the partner’s portfolio and case studies to assess their ability to deliver high-quality custom software solutions. Look for testimonials and client feedback that demonstrate their success in previous projects. 

Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication is essential for successful outsourcing. Choose a partner who values transparency and collaboration, providing regular updates and being responsive to your feedback. 

Security Practices: Data security is paramount when developing custom software. Make sure that the development partner has robust security practices in place to protect your business data and ensure compliance with industry regulations. 

5. The Future of Custom Enterprise Resource Software Outsourcing 

As businesses continue to seek ways to optimize their operations, the demand for custom enterprise resource software outsourcing is expected to grow. With the rise of new technologies and the increasing complexity of business processes, having a tailored software solution that meets your specific needs will become even more critical. 

By outsourcing the development of custom ERS, you can ensure that your software is built to the highest standards, providing the flexibility, scalability, and efficiency needed to stay ahead in the competitive business landscape. 

Conclusion 

Custom enterprise resource software outsourcing offers a strategic advantage for businesses looking to optimize their operations. By partnering with experienced developers, you can access the expertise needed to create tailored solutions that drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and enhance customer satisfaction. Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, investing in custom ERS can help you achieve your business goals and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced market. Explore the possibilities of custom software outsourcing today and take the first step toward a more efficient and successful business. 

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Data Center Cabling Solution: Active Optical Cable

As data rates rise and data center grows in size, copper cable is getting stretched to its limits. However,  active optical cable (AOC) has emerged to replace copper cable in data centers and high-performance computing (HPC) applications. It provides high-speed, high reliability, high flexibility, and low power consumption. This article will provide some knowledge of AOC cable. 

What is an Active Optical Cable?

Active optical cable (AOC) is an optical fiber jumper cable terminated with optical transceivers on both ends. It uses electrical-to-optical conversion on the cable ends to improve the speed and distance performance of the cable without sacrificing compatibility with standard electrical interfaces.

Active Optical Cable Structure

AOC cable consists of the fiber optic connector and fiber cable. The connection between fiber cable and fiber optic connectors is not separable. If the fiber optic connector or fiber cable needs to be changed, they should be removed together. The electrical and optical signal conversion can be achieved right through each end of the optical fiber.

Active Optical Cable Types

There are several varieties of AOC cable available on the market , including 10G SFP+ AOC, 25G SFP28 AOC,40G QSFP+ AOC, 56G QSFP+ AOC, 40G QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ breakout AOC, 40G QSFP+ to 8x LC breakout AOC, 100G QSFP28 AOC, 100G QSFP28 to 4x SFP28 breakout AOC and 120G CXP AOC, etc. These AOC cables are commonly used for short-range multi-lane data communication and interconnect applications between two devices, such as rack-to-rack, shelf-to-shelf interconnect, storage, hubs, switches, routers, servers, etc.

Features and Benefits

AOC cable provides low power consumption, high density, high speed, high reliability, high security, small size, strong heat dissipation, low electromagnetic interference, long transmission distance, low energy consumption, low latency, lightweight, and ease of installation.

Application Scenarios

AOC Cable is used to connect top-of-row (ToR) switches to end-of-row aggregation switches, and to connect the ToR switch with storage subsystems at reaches greater than direct attach copper (DAC) limits of 3-7 meters. The following three scenarios show the specific applications.

Scenario 1:  AOC cable is used to connect two switches directly.

Scenario 2: The breakout AOC cable provides a highly cost-effective way to connect within racks and across adjacent racks. The following figure shows 40GbE QSFP+ to 4 x SFP+ AOC cable connecting to a 40G QSFP+ port switch on one end, and to four 10G SFP+ port switches on the other end.

Scenario 3: For the long-haul transmission between the two switches, a suitable solution is recommended to use single-mode patch cable, OEO converters, and AOC cables, which can provide seamless integration of different fiber types by converting multi-mode fiber to single-mode fiber.

Conclusion

AOC cable achieves high data rates over long reaches interconnection, which is the best solution for data centers and high-performance computing applications. Sun Telecom specializes in providing one-stop total fiber optic solutions for all fiber optic application industries worldwide. Contact us if any needs.

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Chelating Agents Online: The Ultimate Solution for Enhanced Industrial Processes

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Applications of Chelating Agents

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Flexible customization: Can be tailored to fit bottles of various sizes, shapes, and materials.

Smooth operation: Provides effortless control, enhancing the user experience and reducing waste.

Industries that benefit from YeJia's bottle cap valves include food and beverage, pharmaceutical packaging, and personal care. The precise and controlled dispensing allows manufacturers to meet customer expectations for convenience and safety.

3. No Drip Valve: Enhanced Hygiene and Safety

The no-drip valve is a specialized solution designed to prevent any unwanted dripping after dispensing, an essential feature in applications where hygiene is a top priority. YeJia’s no-drip valves are engineered to create a perfect seal that prevents leakage while ensuring the contents remain fresh and uncontaminated.

Advantages of YeJia’s no-drip valves:

Hygienic design: Minimizes spillage, which reduces mess and maintains cleanliness.

Consistent performance: Maintains functionality even with repeated use, enhancing product reliability.

Versatile application: Suitable for a wide range of products, from liquid food to cosmetic items and cleaning supplies.

The no-drip valve is a popular choice for personal care products, sauces, and cleaning solutions, where it improves both product shelf life and end-user convenience by eliminating leakage and promoting hygiene.

Why Choose YeJia Silicone?

YeJia Silicone Technology is committed to providing high-quality silicone solutions with superior design and manufacturing capabilities. With state-of-the-art facilities and an expert team, YeJia ensures that each product meets rigorous quality standards, tailored to meet the specific needs of clients across industries.

Key benefits of partnering with YeJia:

ISO-certified: Ensures high standards for quality management and safety.

Customization options: Wide range of designs and sizes to meet unique specifications.

Sustainable practices: Focuses on eco-friendly manufacturing with minimal waste.

YeJia’s dedication to customer satisfaction, innovation, and quality assurance makes it a trusted name for silicone valve seal, bottle cap valve, and no-drip valve solutions. For businesses looking for reliable, long-lasting, and high-performance silicone products, YeJia Silicone is a partner that delivers excellence in every product.

For more information on YeJia Silicone’s valve solutions, visit yejiasilicone.com.

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Slotted Angle Rack—Varieties Available in Delhi

Efficient storage solutions are essential for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're managing a warehouse, retail space, or workshop, the right shelving system can make all the difference. One of the most versatile options available today is the Slotted Angle Rack. In this article, we will explore the varieties of Slotted Angle Racks available in Delhi, highlighting their features, benefits, and where to find them.

Slotted Angle Racks are modular shelving systems made from steel or other durable materials, designed for easy assembly and customization. These racks consist of slotted angles, which are L-shaped metal pieces with pre-drilled holes. This design allows users to create various configurations, making them suitable for different storage needs. Their flexibility, affordability, and robust construction make them a popular choice among businesses.

Why Choose Slotted Angle Racks?

Before diving into the varieties of Slotted Angle Racks available in Delhi, it’s important to understand why they are a smart choice for storage solutions. Here are several reasons:

Space Optimization: Slotted Angle Racks are designed to maximize both vertical and horizontal space. Their ability to be stacked or arranged in multiple configurations allows you to use your available area effectively.

Customizability: The modular nature of Slotted Angle Racks means they can be easily adapted to meet specific storage requirements. You can adjust the height of shelves and the overall layout based on what you need to store.

Durability: Made from sturdy materials, Slotted Angle Racks can withstand heavy loads and resist wear over time. This durability ensures that they can handle the demands of various industries without compromising structural integrity.

Varieties of Slotted Angle Racks Available in Delhi

Delhi offers a diverse range of Slotted Angle Racks, catering to different needs and preferences. Here’s a breakdown of the most common types available:

Standard Slotted Angle Racks: These racks feature basic designs suitable for general storage needs. Typically, they come in various sizes, allowing users to select the dimensions that best fit their space. Standard Slotted Angle Racks are ideal for storing lightweight items, such as tools or small boxes.

Heavy-Duty Slotted Angle Racks: For businesses that require additional strength, heavy-duty Slotted Angle Racks are the answer. These racks are constructed with thicker steel and can support much heavier loads. They are perfect for warehouses and industrial settings where weight capacity is a priority.

Mobile Slotted Angle Racks: If flexibility is essential, mobile Slotted Angle Racks offer a solution. These racks come equipped with wheels, making it easy to move them around as needed. They are particularly useful in environments where space is frequently rearranged or for setups that require frequent access to different items.

Customized Slotted Angle Racks: Many manufacturers in Delhi offer customized solutions for Slotted Angle Racks. Depending on your specific storage needs, you can get racks designed to fit your space perfectly. This includes variations in height, shelf width, and load capacity, ensuring that your storage solution meets all your requirements.

Multi-Tier Slotted Angle Racks: These racks maximize vertical storage by incorporating multiple tiers or levels. Multi-tier Slotted Angle Racks are ideal for businesses that need to utilize overhead space effectively. They allow you to store a variety of items at different heights, making access easy and organized.

Factors to Consider When Buying Slotted Angle Racks

When purchasing Slotted Angle Racks, there are several factors to keep in mind to ensure you make the right choice:

Load Capacity: Consider the weight requirements of the items you plan to store. Choose racks that can handle the load to ensure safety and longevity.

Size and Dimensions: Measure your available space accurately before making a decision. Ensure the selected Slotted Angle Racks will fit without overwhelming the area or obstructing movement.

Material Quality: The material used in the construction of the racks significantly affects their durability. Opt for Slotted Angle Racks made from high-quality steel or other resilient materials.

Assembly Requirements: Some racks require professional assembly, while others can be easily put together without special tools. Decide which option works best for your situation.

Top Slotted Angle Rack Manufacturers in Delhi

Delhi boasts several reputable manufacturers specializing in Slotted Angle Racks. Here are a few top contenders:

Apex Storage Solutions: Known for their high-quality heavy-duty racks, Apex Storage Solutions offers a wide range of options suitable for various industrial applications. Their products are well-reviewed for durability and load-bearing capacity.

Royal Racks: With a focus on customization, Royal Racks provides tailored solutions to meet specific customer needs. They offer a variety of materials and designs, ensuring that buyers can find exactly what they need.

Shreeji Enterprises: This manufacturer is known for its competitive pricing and extensive inventory. Shreeji Enterprises provides standard and heavy-duty options, catering to both small businesses and large warehouses.

Elite Shelving: Elite Shelving specializes in mobile and multi-tier Slotted Angle Racks. Their innovative designs and customer-centric approach make them a preferred choice among businesses looking for flexibility in storage solutions.

Hindustan Racks: Offering a comprehensive range of Slotted Angle Racks, Hindustan Racks focuses on quality and customer service. They have a strong presence in the market and are known for their reliable products.

Where to Purchase Slotted Angle Racks in Delhi

When you're ready to purchase Slotted Angle Racks, consider these avenues:

Online Retailers: Websites like IndiaMART and TradeIndia offer a wide selection of Slotted Angle Racks from various manufacturers. You can compare prices, read reviews, and often find deals.

Local Suppliers: Visiting local suppliers allows you to see the Slotted Angle Racks in person. This can help you better assess quality and make an informed decision. Many suppliers in Delhi have showrooms where you can explore different options.

Trade Shows and Expos: Attend industry trade shows and expos in Delhi, where manufacturers showcase their products. This gives you the opportunity to interact directly with suppliers and ask questions about their Slotted Angle Racks.

Tips for Maintaining Your Slotted Angle Rack

Once you've chosen and installed your Slotted Angle Racks, proper maintenance is crucial to ensure longevity. Here are some tips:

Regular Inspections: Routinely check your Slotted Angle Racks for signs of wear or damage. This can help you identify any issues before they become serious.

Cleaning and Upkeep: Keep the Slotted Angle Racks clean to prevent dust buildup. Regular cleaning will also maintain their appearance and functionality.

Adjustments and Modifications: As your storage needs change, don't hesitate to adjust the configuration of your Slotted Angle Racks. This adaptability is one of the key advantages of these racks.

Conclusion

Slotted Angle Racks are an excellent solution for businesses looking to optimize their storage space in Delhi. With a variety of options available, from standard to heavy-duty and customized solutions, you can find the perfect rack to meet your needs. By considering factors such as load capacity, size, and material quality, and by exploring local manufacturers, you can make an informed decision. With proper maintenance, your Slotted Angle Racks will serve your business effectively for years to come.

Investing in Slotted Angle Racks not only enhances your storage capabilities but also contributes to a more organized and efficient workspace. Don't hesitate to explore the diverse options available in Delhi and transform your storage solutions today!

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Canned Vegetable Market Competitive Analysis: Key Players and Market Share Insights

The canned vegetable market has experienced steady growth over the past few years, driven by factors such as the rising demand for convenient food options, longer shelf life, and the growing trend of ready to eat meals. As consumer preferences shift towards convenience and sustainability, the market for canned vegetables continues to evolve. This article presents an in depth competitive analysis of the canned vegetable market, examining key players, market share, and insights into the trends shaping the industry.

Market Overview

Canned vegetables offer consumers a long-lasting alternative to fresh produce, providing convenience and ease of storage. As urbanization increases, along with hectic lifestyles, more consumers are seeking quick meal solutions without sacrificing nutrition. The appeal of canned vegetables lies in their ability to retain nutritional value and their availability year-round. Commonly canned vegetables include peas, carrots, beans, corn, tomatoes, and spinach, among others.

According to recent market reports, the global canned vegetable market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years, with North America and Europe holding dominant shares due to strong demand from the U.S. and European nations. The Asia-Pacific region, however, is expected to witness the fastest growth owing to its increasing population and shifting dietary habits.

Key Market Players

The canned vegetable market is highly competitive, with both global and regional players vying for market share. Some of the key players in the canned vegetable market include:

Del Monte Foods, Inc. As one of the leading names in the food processing industry, Del Monte Foods has a significant presence in the canned vegetable sector. Known for its high-quality products, the company continues to innovate and introduce new canned vegetable options to cater to evolving consumer tastes. Their market share is further bolstered by a strong distribution network and long-standing relationships with retailers worldwide.

General Mills, Inc. (Green Giant) Green Giant, owned by General Mills, is another major player in the canned vegetable market. The brand is renowned for its extensive range of canned vegetables, including popular offerings like sweetcorn, peas, and mixed vegetables. Green Giant has gained consumer trust by focusing on product quality and sustainability, which has contributed to its significant share of the market.

B&G Foods, Inc. B&G Foods, with its Green Giant, Mueller's, and other branded products, has secured a solid position in the canned vegetable industry. The company has continually expanded its product offerings and improved its product packaging, aiming to appeal to both health-conscious and convenience-driven consumers.

Hormel Foods Corporation Hormel Foods has made a strong impact in the canned food segment with its vast portfolio of food products, including canned vegetables. Known for its commitment to quality and innovation, Hormel has developed a loyal customer base, especially in North America. The company has also embraced sustainability practices, which resonate well with the environmentally conscious consumers.

ConAgra Brands, Inc. ConAgra Brands, with its Healthy Choice and Hunt's brands, has a prominent presence in the canned vegetable market. The company focuses on offering convenient, healthy options to consumers and has successfully tapped into the growing trend of plant-based and organic canned vegetables.

Market Share Insights and Trends

The canned vegetable market is segmented into various categories based on product type, packaging, and distribution channels. The traditional segment, comprising cans of vegetables such as corn, beans, and peas, dominates the market. However, there is a growing demand for organic and non-GMO canned vegetables as consumers become more health-conscious. Companies are increasingly offering these premium products to cater to changing consumer preferences.

In terms of packaging, metal cans remain the most popular choice, but there is rising demand for eco-friendly and recyclable packaging materials, driven by growing concerns about sustainability. Companies are innovating in this area to reduce their environmental impact, further intensifying competition.

Conclusion

The canned vegetable market is set for continued growth, with major players competing to secure market share through innovation, quality improvement, and strategic marketing. Consumer demand for convenience, healthier options, and sustainability are likely to remain key drivers of the industry. As new players enter the market and established companies expand their portfolios, competition will intensify, ensuring that the canned vegetable market remains dynamic and responsive to consumer trends. The evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for players looking to capture the growing demand for convenient, nutritious, and eco-friendly food products.

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A Guide to Using Araldite 2013 and Araldite 2013-1 for High-Strength Bonding

In high-strength bonding applications, adhesives are the linchpin of durable, resilient connections. Among the most versatile options available, Araldite 2013 and Araldite 2013-1 stand out for their robust performance, especially in industrial and structural uses. Known for their high resistance to impact and fatigue, these adhesives offer unmatched reliability in a wide range of materials. But what sets each one apart, and how can they best be used?

What is Araldite 2013?

Araldite 2013 is a two-component, high-strength epoxy adhesive that excels in bonding materials like metals, composites, ceramics, and even some plastics. Designed to withstand high mechanical stress and temperature fluctuations, this adhesive is ideal for applications requiring long-term durability. It’s particularly useful in industrial and engineering projects where reliable and strong bonds are essential. A few standout properties of Araldite 2013 include:

High Shear and Peel Strength: This adhesive holds up under extreme stress, offering both flexibility and resilience.

Versatile Applications: It’s suitable for a variety of substrates, making it an ideal choice for mixed-material assemblies.

Excellent Temperature Resistance: Araldite 2013 maintains its bond strength in both high and low-temperature conditions, ensuring durability in diverse environments.

Due to these properties, Araldite 2013 is frequently chosen for demanding applications such as automotive assembly, construction, and electronics manufacturing.

Araldite 2013-1: An Improved Formulation

Araldite 2013-1 is an advanced version of the original, providing enhanced ease of application and performance. While similar in its chemical composition to Araldite 2013, Araldite 2013-1 has slight modifications that make it more user-friendly for certain applications. It’s known for the following qualities:

Easier Mixing and Application: Araldite 2013-1 has been reformulated to ensure a smoother consistency, making it easier to apply precisely.

Improved Chemical Resistance: This version offers increased resistance to chemicals, which is particularly beneficial in industrial settings where exposure to harsh environments is common.

Enhanced Storage Life: With Araldite 2013-1, users can expect a longer shelf life, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.

Araldite 2013-1 is often favored in applications that require precise application, such as electronics or intricate industrial assemblies, due to its improved workability and refined properties.

Conclusion

For those in need of high-strength adhesives, both Araldite 2013 and Araldite 2013-1 offer excellent solutions, each tailored to different aspects of industrial and engineering applications. Araldite 2013 provides robust, reliable bonding for a wide array of materials and is perfect for general-purpose use. Meanwhile, Araldite 2013-1 brings an improved formula, making it more convenient and specialized for precise applications. By choosing the appropriate adhesive for your needs, you can achieve secure and lasting bonds, even in the most demanding conditions.

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Modular Kitchen Top Trends in 2024

Source of info: https://www.regalokitchens.com/blog/modular-kitchen-top-trends-in-2024

Introduction

Modular kitchen areas are expected to change house interiors in 2024 with their advanced technology design concepts that link use and look. Using everything from environmentally friendly materials to smart technology, the newest designs concentrate on making spaces that are environmentally conscious and useful. Thanks to the brilliant color schemes, simple patterns, and personalized details that catch your eye, your kitchen will be more than just a place to cook, it will be a statement of your unique sense of style.

1. Eco-Friendly Resources

One of the most important developments in the modular kitchen market for 2024 is the environmental trend. There is a rising market for eco-friendly items as people become more conscious of how their homes affect the environment. Recycled wood, bamboo, and recycled metal are growing in popularity because they are durable without losing design. Regalo Kitchens is excited to provide environmentally friendly options that go well with the current style, making your kitchen attractive and environmentally friendly.

2. Smart Kitchens

The trend of adding technology into kitchen design doesn't seem to be going away. The number of smart kitchens in modern homes is rising due to their network of connected gadgets and appliances. Imagine a kitchen where you can use your smartphone to warm up your oven or where your refrigerator automatically serves meals based on what's inside. These innovations improve both the functionality and comfort of your kitchen. In order to remain up-to-date Regalo Kitchens combines innovative smart technology into our modular kitchen concepts, which make cooking simple and relaxing.

3. Bold Color Schemes

By 2024, common white and gray tones will become less popular in modular kitchen layouts. Matte black, emerald green, and deep blue tones are gaining popularity. These colors give the kitchen a feeling of energy and richness, making it a space that is both modern and unique. With so many color possibilities available from Regalo Kitchens, you can create a kitchen that perfectly reflects your style.

4. Minimalist Design

A growing trend in kitchen renovation is simplicity. Benefits, straight lines, and free of waste surfaces are the main features of this design. The kitchen is more enjoyable to work in because of its simple layout, which creates a sense of stability and calmness. Regalo Kitchens contributes to this trend by offering modular kitchen layouts which increase capacity without losing a simple, beautiful look.

5. Mixed Materials

The days of using standard kitchenware are long gone. 2024 will see a rise in the use of different textures and finishes together. Combining materials like stone, metal, and wood can give your kitchen's layout more depth and personality. For example, a wooden island can offer an interesting visual contrast when paired with metal accessories or a marble surface. Regalo Kitchens specializes in creating unique kitchen designs that combine various materials to provide a clean, modern look. 

6. Open Shelving

The popularity of open shelving has increased recently, and in 2024 it's expected to continue to be an important development. This design choice allows simpler access to popular items and gives the kitchen a feeling of openness. Whether you choose an updated design with glass or metal shelves or a more organic, industrial one with oak shelves, open shelving can be customized to your tastes. Regalo Kitchens offers unique open shelf options that can be included into your modular kitchen design to improve its functionality and looks.

7. Smart Storage Solutions

The need for smart storage solutions is growing as kitchens get smaller. Modular kitchen styles will be able to handle innovative storage options in 2024 that increase space without compromising style. Various storage features are being added, such as hidden sections, pull-out storage sections, and corner drawers. With the help of Regalo Kitchens, you can take advantage of every square inch of your kitchen by having a custom-designed, beautiful, and space-saving kitchen.

8. Integrated Appliances

Appliance installation into kitchen cabinets will continue to be popular in 2024. This design approach gives the appliances—like microwaves, dishwashers, and refrigerators—a stylish, simple appearance that fits in with the cabinetry. The result is a kitchen that looks open and organized. Regalo Kitchens provides a range of connected modular kitchen models that let you create a clean, trendy appearance.

9. Natural Lighting

Any kitchen design must have natural lighting, and in 2024, it will all be about adding more light to make the space look open and welcoming. Kitchen designs feature large windows, skylights, and even glass doors for maximizing natural light. This not only helps the kitchen feel better overall, but it also saves more energy. Regalo Kitchens makes sure your kitchen is both beautiful and functional by offering modular kitchen plans that highlight natural lighting.

10. Personalized Touches

Even though designs are a great place to start, customization is necessary for creating a kitchen that truly feels like yours. By 2024, homeowners will be customizing their modular cooking spaces with personalized cabinets, unique walls, and hardware. Regalo Kitchens values customization, which is why we provide a variety of alternatives that allow you to create a modular area that both reflects your own style and meets your needs.

Conclusion

The fusion of style and functionality is the secret to 2024's modular kitchen trends. These trends, which cover everything from eco-friendly products to smart technology, satisfy current demands while offering a great deal of personalization. Regalo Kitchens aims to be at the top of innovation by providing customized kitchen layouts that are both creative and traditional. Whether you want to start from scratch or remodel your present kitchen, Regalo Kitchens has the experience and creative options to make your dream kitchen a reality.

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Choosing the Right Shelving Manufacturer for Optimal Storage Solutions

Finding a reputable shelving manufacturer can make all the difference in creating a functional and organised storage area. As more businesses and households seek long-lasting, customisable shelving solutions, selecting a shelving manufacturer with the necessary expertise and resources is critical. An experienced shelving manufacturer provides not only high-quality materials but also engineering precision and service excellence, transforming any storage challenge into a viable solution.

Why Work with a Dedicated Shelving Manufacturer? Choosing a reputable shelving manufacturer ensures that your shelving is of high quality and will last. The advantages go far beyond basic storage. A professional shelving manufacturer will assist you in making the best use of your available space by creating custom systems that meet your specific requirements. Durability is essential for commercial and industrial clients, as shelves must support heavy loads, withstand frequent handling, and remain stable during continuous use.

A skilled shelving manufacturer also offers a variety of shelving styles to fit different items and environments. From bolted shelving for compact storage to versatile racking systems for larger-scale needs, a quality shelving manufacturer can provide products that streamline storage, making operations more efficient and productive.

Customisation: The True Mark of a Professional Shelving Manufacturer Customised shelving is one of the most significant advantages that a shelving manufacturer can offer. Instead of generic, one-size-fits-all units, professional manufacturers take the time to understand your requirements and create shelving systems that are specific to your space, items, and workflow. Shelving customisation is especially useful in warehouses, retail stores, and manufacturing facilities where space efficiency and accessibility are critical.

A reputable shelving manufacturer will usually provide modular shelving solutions, allowing businesses to expand or adjust their shelving as their storage needs change. Custom shelving can also improve safety by reducing overcrowded areas and making items more accessible without risking an accident. Working with a shelving manufacturer to design a custom storage solution allows you to invest in a system that will grow with your business.

Materials & Quality Control A reputable shelving manufacturer uses high-quality materials and follows strict quality standards, ensuring that each shelf produced can withstand the weight and conditions required. Steel is a popular material for shelving due to its strength, stability, and longevity, particularly in environments requiring heavy-duty solutions. A skilled shelving manufacturer will only use high-quality materials, ensuring that the shelving systems are long-lasting and safe.

Furthermore, a high-quality shelving manufacturer offers peace of mind through quality control measures and warranties. This means that clients can be confident that the shelving systems meet industry standards and will withstand the demands of their daily operations. Certifications and compliance with industry regulations demonstrate a shelving manufacturer's commitment to safety and excellence, providing clients with added confidence in their purchase.

Conclusion When choosing a shelving manufacturer, look for one with a proven track record, a variety of customisation options, high-quality materials, and excellent after-sales service. Businesses and households can optimise their storage spaces, improve organisation, and increase safety by working with a reputable shelving manufacturer. Whether you manage a warehouse, a retail store, or a home office, selecting the right shelving manufacturer ensures that your investment is both functional and lasting. To create a more functional space, start by choosing a reputable shelving manufacturer that values quality and customer satisfaction.

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Navigating the Growth of Natural vs. Synthetic Post-Harvest Treatments

The post-harvest treatment market has become a crucial component in the global agricultural sector, addressing the significant challenge of reducing food waste and enhancing food security. The global post-harvest treatment market is experiencing significant growth, with its size estimated at USD 2.01 billion in 2022 and projected to reach USD 3.12 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 7.6% during the study period. One of the driving forces behind this market expansion is the alarming rate of fruit and vegetable post-harvest losses, estimated to range between 30% and 40%. This loss not only impacts food availability but also represents a substantial economic setback. By implementing post-harvest treatments, we can extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, thereby reducing waste and enhancing market accessibility.

How is consumer awareness influencing the market for organic and bio-based post-harvest products?

With the growing consumer demand for higher food quality, safety, and healthier diets, there's an increasing emphasis on the use of organic and environmentally friendly post-harvest treatments. Markets in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region are witnessing a surge in demand for organic fruits and vegetables. This trend has given rise to a new segment within the post-harvest treatment market—organic and bio-based products.

Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchasing choices and are leaning towards organic, chemical-free options. Governments and regulatory agencies are also imposing stricter regulations on the use of synthetic chemicals in agriculture, further propelling the industry to adopt natural alternatives. The development of organic and bio-based post-harvest treatments is an opportunity that aligns with these market dynamics and consumer preferences.

Post-Harvest Treatment Market Growth Drivers

Increasing Need to Reduce Post-Harvest Losses: Fruits and vegetables are vital dietary components globally but are highly perishable, making them prone to post-harvest losses due to physical damage, physiological changes, and microbial contamination. High metabolic rates and sensitivity to abiotic and biotic stressors further shorten their shelf life. Post-harvest treatments, including the use of coatings, controlled atmospheres, and preservatives, help to mitigate these losses, thereby improving food availability and reducing economic wastage.

Growing Demand for Organic and Bio-Based Treatments: The rising consumer demand for organic food products and healthier diets has led to a surge in demand for organic and bio-based post-harvest treatments. These treatments align with the growing preference for environmentally friendly and chemical-free solutions, driven by increased consumer awareness and stringent regulatory requirements. The development and adoption of natural alternatives in post-harvest treatments are gaining momentum, particularly in regions like North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific.

Know about the assumptions considered for the study

Segment Insights: Fruits Leading the Market

Fruits are forecasted to be the largest segment in the post-harvest treatment market during the research period. Given that fruits are often consumed raw and have a relatively short shelf life, they are more vulnerable to post-harvest losses. Additionally, the seasonal nature of fruit production necessitates methods to extend their availability, making post-harvest treatments essential for producers and merchants.

Post-Harvest Treatment Market Companies: Inside Bayer AG and Syngenta's Growth Strategy in Industry

Bayer AG: A major player in life sciences, Bayer offers a range of solutions through its Crop Science segment, including innovative crop protection products and digital solutions. In November 2021, Bayer partnered with Microsoft to develop cloud-based digital tools, enhancing sustainability and efficiency in agriculture.

Syngenta Crop Protection AG: A global leader with operations in over 90 countries, Syngenta focuses on improving agricultural productivity. In January 2022, they launched "Archive," a post-harvest fungicide designed for broad-spectrum disease control, expanding their product offerings in the market.

By launching new products and forming strategic partnerships, these companies are shaping the future of post-harvest treatments, driving innovation, and promoting sustainability in agriculture.

Regional Growth: Africa Post-Harvest Treatment Industry as a Key Market

Africa is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the post-harvest treatment market during the study period. The continent’s rapidly growing population and increasing demand for food place significant pressure on local farmers. Improved market access, investment in post-harvest technologies, and enhanced storage and transportation infrastructure are contributing to the growth of the post-harvest treatment industry in Africa. As private sector companies continue to invest in this space, the region is expected to witness robust market development.

The post-harvest treatment industry is poised for significant growth due to its ability to address crucial challenges related to food waste, market accessibility, and economic sustainability. By reducing post-harvest losses and extending the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, these treatments provide a pathway toward a more sustainable and profitable food supply chain. With growing interest in organic and bio-based treatments and increased investment in emerging markets like Africa, the future of the post-harvest treatment industry looks promising.

Post-Harvest Treatment Industry Developments: Strategic Moves by Leading Players

In May 2023, Janssen PMP (Belgium) partnered with Kitozyme, LLC. (Belgium). This collaboration intends to investigate and develop cutting-edge technology from Kitozyme, LLC (Belgium) for post-harvest application on fresh fruit, utilizing Janssen PMP's knowledge and resources in this space.

In January 2022, Syngenta Crop Protection AG (Switzerland) launched a new fungicide by the name Archive to control the diseases occurring during the post-harvest.

In January 2022, Hazel Technologies, Inc. (US) announced an expansion in Asia Pacific region. The company expanded their presence and started the product offering in countries like New Zealand and Singapore.

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Custom Display Exhibits: Elevate Your Brand with Comotion

 In today's fast-paced, visually-driven marketplace, standing out at trade shows, conventions, and industry events is essential. Custom display exhibits can help your brand leave a lasting impression, ensuring you’re not just another booth in the crowd. At Comotion, we specialize in crafting custom exhibits that captivate audiences, communicate your brand's message, and provide an unforgettable experience.

Why Choose a Custom Display Exhibit?

A custom display exhibit goes beyond traditional, off-the-shelf solutions. It allows you to create a unique, branded environment that aligns perfectly with your business goals and resonates with your target audience. Here are a few key reasons to consider a custom display:

Brand Consistency and Identity

Custom displays offer the flexibility to align every element with your brand, from colors and logos to the overall aesthetic and atmosphere. Whether you aim for a modern, minimalist look or a vibrant, interactive space, a tailored design ensures consistency and reinforces your brand identity.

Enhanced Engagement and Interaction

Today's audiences crave interactive, hands-on experiences. With custom displays, you can integrate engaging features like touchscreens, virtual reality elements, or product demonstrations. These features draw in attendees and encourage them to spend more time with your brand.

Optimized Use of Space

Each trade show floor plan is different, and a one-size-fits-all display may not make the best use of available space. Custom exhibits allow you to maximize every square foot, creating an open, inviting layout that flows naturally and supports your booth's purpose—whether it’s product showcasing, meetings, or brand storytelling.

High-Quality Materials and Durability

Investing in a custom exhibit often means using higher-quality, durable materials that withstand the rigors of multiple events. At Comotion, we source robust, eco-friendly materials to ensure your exhibit stays looking fresh and professional, event after event.

The Comotion Process: From Concept to Reality

At Comotion, we understand that creating a custom display exhibit is a collaborative journey. Here’s how we work with clients to bring their visions to life:

1. Consultation and Conceptualization

Our process begins with a deep dive into your brand, objectives, and the audience you aim to attract. We listen to your goals and ideas to ensure our designs are in line with your vision.

2. Design and Development

Our expert design team transforms ideas into 3D renderings, allowing you to visualize your exhibit before it’s built. We work with you to refine every detail, from structural elements to the finest finishes, ensuring that the display aligns with your brand and functionality needs.

3. Construction and Fabrication

Once the design is approved, our team of skilled fabricators and engineers brings the exhibit to life. We use high-quality materials and advanced techniques to ensure your display is durable, professional, and easy to set up and take down.

4. Installation and Support

Our support doesn’t stop at fabrication. We offer on-site installation and dismantling services, making the setup process seamless and stress-free. We also provide ongoing maintenance and storage solutions for clients who need to use their exhibits across multiple events.

Features of a Comotion Custom Display

Our custom exhibits are designed to make an impact. Here are some popular features our clients incorporate:

Interactive Technology: Virtual reality, touchscreens, and other tech elements for an engaging, hands-on experience.

Modular Designs: Flexible setups that can adapt to different spaces and event requirements.

Eco-Friendly Options: Sustainable materials and energy-efficient lighting to align with eco-conscious brands.

Bold Visuals and Graphics: Eye-catching graphics and innovative lighting solutions that help your booth stand out.

The Comotion Difference: Why Work with Us?

With years of experience in the exhibit industry, Comotion is committed to delivering high-quality, visually stunning custom displays. Our team understands the unique challenges of the event and trade show world, and we bring creativity, expertise, and reliability to every project. Here’s why clients trust us for their custom exhibit needs:

Client-Centric Approach: We work closely with you at every stage, from ideation to execution, to ensure your vision is fully realized.

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Industrial Refrigeration Solutions: Delivering Efficiency and Precision for Temperature-Controlled Industries

In industries where temperature control is vital, efficient and reliable refrigeration systems are essential to maintaining product quality, safety, and operational efficiency. Industrial Refrigeration Solutions (IRS) stands out as a leader in the design, installation, and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems tailored to the unique needs of food processing, cold storage, pharmaceutical, and other temperature-sensitive sectors. With a commitment to innovation, energy efficiency, and sustainability, IRS is a trusted partner for businesses that rely on precision cooling to support their operations.

Understanding the Importance of Industrial Refrigeration Industrial refrigeration is at the core of numerous industries, from food production and warehousing to pharmaceuticals and manufacturing. For food and beverage companies, it’s a cornerstone in preserving freshness, extending shelf life, and meeting regulatory standards. In the pharmaceutical sector, consistent temperature control is critical to the efficacy and safety of vaccines, medications, and raw materials. Manufacturing industries often rely on cooling systems to regulate the temperature of equipment and products during production processes, ensuring product quality and machine longevity.

Industrial Refrigeration Solutions provides an array of tailored refrigeration systems that meet these demands. Their expertise spans from simple cold storage solutions to complex, custom-designed refrigeration systems that serve large-scale facilities. With a client-focused approach, IRS combines high-quality equipment, advanced technology, and ongoing support to deliver reliable refrigeration solutions that businesses can trust.

Comprehensive Industrial Refrigeration Services by IRS Industrial Refrigeration Solutions offers a full suite of services designed to meet the demands of each client’s specific industry and application. From initial design to long-term maintenance, IRS ensures that each refrigeration system operates at optimal efficiency, supporting clients’ operational needs while reducing environmental impact.

Custom Design and Engineering: Every facility has unique cooling requirements, depending on the type of products, layout, and temperature sensitivity of the goods. IRS’s design and engineering team works closely with clients to understand these needs and craft refrigeration systems that are energy-efficient, scalable, and built to last. By using state-of-the-art technology, IRS can integrate systems that meet both performance and energy-saving goals.

System Installation and Integration: A critical aspect of successful industrial refrigeration is the proper installation and seamless integration of equipment within the facility. IRS’s experienced technicians and engineers oversee every aspect of the installation process, ensuring systems are installed according to industry best practices. Their attention to detail minimizes the risk of operational issues and sets the foundation for reliable performance.

Preventive Maintenance and Emergency Repair: Refrigeration systems, especially those operating around the clock, require regular maintenance to ensure optimal functionality and efficiency. IRS provides preventive maintenance programs that help clients avoid costly breakdowns, reduce energy consumption, and prolong equipment lifespan. In cases where unexpected issues arise, IRS’s team is available for emergency repairs, minimizing downtime and preventing product loss.

Upgrades and Energy Optimization: Energy consumption is a significant concern for companies using industrial refrigeration, as cooling systems are often among the most energy-intensive operations. IRS offers energy optimization and equipment upgrade services, which help clients improve system efficiency, reduce operating costs, and decrease their carbon footprint. From compressor replacements to implementing variable speed drives, IRS’s upgrades help clients meet sustainability goals while maintaining effective cooling.

Compliance and Safety Standards: Industrial refrigeration involves handling refrigerants and working with complex machinery, so safety and compliance are top priorities. IRS ensures that all systems meet or exceed regulatory standards, including environmental and safety guidelines. Their commitment to compliance provides clients with peace of mind that their refrigeration systems are both effective and legally compliant.

Why Choose Industrial Refrigeration Solutions? Selecting a partner for industrial refrigeration is a decision that impacts both operational efficiency and long-term costs. Industrial Refrigeration Solutions has established itself as a leader in this industry, earning a reputation for reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Their holistic approach to industrial refrigeration emphasizes energy efficiency, precision engineering, and ongoing support, making them a trusted choice for businesses across various sectors.

Clients benefit from IRS’s deep industry expertise and technical knowledge, as well as their ability to deliver solutions that are tailored to specific applications. Their design and engineering teams stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in refrigeration technology, incorporating innovative solutions like environmentally friendly refrigerants and energy-saving controls. IRS’s client-centric approach means that every refrigeration system is designed not only to meet today’s needs but also to scale and adapt to future requirements.

Additionally, IRS is committed to sustainability, helping clients reduce their environmental impact through energy-efficient designs, sustainable materials, and compliance with environmental regulations. As more companies aim to reduce their carbon footprint, IRS supports these goals by providing eco-friendly options that lower energy usage without compromising on performance.

Leveraging Advanced Technology for Optimal Performance In the evolving landscape of industrial refrigeration, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and system reliability. IRS integrates advanced monitoring systems that allow clients to track temperature data, energy usage, and equipment health in real time. This data-driven approach enables predictive maintenance, where potential issues can be identified and addressed before they result in costly failures. Automated controls, remote monitoring, and smart diagnostics make it easier for clients to maintain optimal performance while reducing the need for manual oversight.

Incorporating environmentally friendly refrigerants and high-efficiency compressors is another way IRS remains at the cutting edge of industrial refrigeration technology. These innovations reduce greenhouse gas emissions and offer clients a more sustainable option, aligning with the growing demand for eco-conscious solutions.

The Future of Industrial Refrigeration with IRS As industries continue to evolve, so too do the demands on refrigeration systems. Industrial Refrigeration Solutions is poised to meet these future challenges with flexible, scalable solutions that anticipate changes in industry standards, technology, and environmental requirements. Their forward-thinking approach ensures that clients are equipped with refrigeration systems that support growth, adapt to regulatory shifts, and embrace sustainable practices.

For any business dependent on precise temperature control, partnering with Industrial Refrigeration Solutions means choosing a company committed to quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Whether it’s a food processing facility, a pharmaceutical storage unit, or a manufacturing plant, IRS provides the expertise and resources necessary to support operational success while minimizing environmental impact.

In a world where efficiency, safety, and sustainability are paramount, Industrial Refrigeration Solutions delivers reliable, customized systems that empower businesses to achieve these goals and thrive in a competitive, rapidly changing market.

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Making agriculture more resilient to climate change

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Making agriculture more resilient to climate change

As Earth’s temperature rises, agricultural practices will need to adapt. Droughts will likely become more frequent, and some land may no longer be arable. On top of that is the challenge of feeding an ever-growing population without expanding the production of fertilizer and other agrochemicals, which have a large carbon footprint that is contributing to the overall warming of the planet.

Researchers across MIT are taking on these agricultural challenges from a variety of angles, from engineering plants that sound an alarm when they’re under stress to making seeds more resilient to drought. These types of technologies, and more yet to be devised, will be essential to feed the world’s population as the climate changes.

“After water, the first thing we need is food. In terms of priority, there is water, food, and then everything else. As we are trying to find new strategies to support a world of 10 billion people, it will require us to invent new ways of making food,” says Benedetto Marelli, an associate professor of civil and environmental engineering at MIT.

Marelli is the director of one of the six missions of the recently launched Climate Project at MIT, which focus on research areas such as decarbonizing industry and building resilient cities. Marelli directs the Wild Cards mission, which aims to identify unconventional solutions that are high-risk and high-reward.

Drawing on expertise from a breadth of fields, MIT is well-positioned to tackle the challenges posed by climate change, Marelli says. “Bringing together our strengths across disciplines, including engineering, processing at scale, biological engineering, and infrastructure engineering, along with humanities, science, and economics, presents a great opportunity.”

Protecting seeds from drought

Marelli, who began his career as a biomedical engineer working on regenerative medicine, is now developing ways to boost crop yields by helping seeds to survive and germinate during drought conditions, or in soil that has been depleted of nutrients. To achieve that, he has devised seed coatings, based on silk and other polymers, that can envelop and nourish seeds during the critical germination process.

A new seed-coating process could facilitate agriculture on marginal arid lands by enabling the seeds to retain any available water.

In healthy soil, plants have access to nitrogen, phosphates, and other nutrients that they need, many of which are supplied by microbes that live in the soil. However, in soil that has suffered from drought or overfarming, these nutrients are lacking. Marelli’s idea was to coat the seeds with a polymer that can be embedded with plant-growth-promoting bacteria that “fix” nitrogen by absorbing it from the air and making it available to plants. The microbes can also make other necessary nutrients available to plants.

For the first generation of the seed coatings, he embedded these microbes in coatings made of silk — a material that he had previously shown can extend the shelf life of produce, meat, and other foods. In his lab at MIT, Marelli has shown that the seed coatings can help germinating plants survive drought, ultraviolet light exposure, and high salinity.

Now, working with researchers at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Morocco, he is adapting the approach to crops native to Morocco, a country that has experienced six consecutive years of drought due a drop in rainfall linked to climate change.

For these studies, the researchers are using a biopolymer coating derived from food waste that can be easily obtained in Morocco, instead of silk.

“We’re working with local communities to extract the biopolymers, to try to have a process that works at scale so that we make materials that work in that specific environment.” Marelli says. “We may come up with an idea here at MIT within a high-resource environment, but then to work there, we need to talk with the local communities, with local stakeholders, and use their own ingenuity and try to match our solution with something that could actually be applied in the local environment.”

Microbes as fertilizers

Whether they are experiencing drought or not, crops grow much better when synthetic fertilizers are applied. Although it’s essential to most farms, applying fertilizer is expensive and has environmental consequences. Most of the world’s fertilizer is produced using the Haber-Bosch process, which converts nitrogen and hydrogen to ammonia at high temperatures and pressures. This energy intensive process accounts for about 1.5 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, and the transportation required to deliver it to farms around the world adds even more emissions.

Ariel Furst, the Paul M. Cook Career Development Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at MIT, is developing a microbial alternative to the Haber-Bosch process. Some farms have experimented with applying nitrogen-fixing bacteria directly to the roots of their crops, which has shown some success. However, the microbes are too delicate to be stored long-term or shipped anywhere, so they must be produced in a bioreactor on the farm.

MIT chemical engineers devised a metal-organic coating that protects bacterial cells from damage without impeding their growth or function.

To overcome those challenges, Furst has developed a way to coat the microbes with a protective shell that prevents them from being destroyed by heat or other stresses. The coating also protects microbes from damage caused by freeze-drying — a process that would make them easier to transport.

The coatings can vary in composition, but they all consist of two components. One is a metal such as iron, manganese, or zinc, and the other is a polyphenol — a type of plant-derived organic compound that includes tannins and other antioxidants. These two components self-assemble into a protective shell that encapsulates bacteria.

Play video

Mighty Microbes: The Power of Protective Polymers

Video: Chemistry Shorts

“These microbes would be delivered with the seeds, so it would remove the need for fertilizing mid-growing. It also reduces the cost and provides more autonomy to the farmers and decreases carbon emissions associated with agriculture,” Furst says. “We think it’ll be a way to make agriculture completely regenerative, so to bring back soil health while also boosting crop yields and the nutrient density of the crops.”

Furst has founded a company called Seia Bio, which is working on commercializing the coated microbes and has begun testing them on farms in Brazil. In her lab, Furst is also working on adapting the approach to coat microbes that can capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and turn it into limestone, which helps to raise the soil pH.

“It can help change the pH of soil to stabilize it, while also being a way to effectively perform direct air capture of CO2,” she says. “Right now, farmers may truck in limestone to change the pH of soil, and so you’re creating a lot of emissions to bring something in that microbes can do on their own.”

Distress sensors for plants

Several years ago, Michael Strano, the Carbon P. Dubbs Professor of Chemical Engineering at MIT, began to explore the idea of using plants themselves as sensors that could reveal when they’re in distress. When plants experience drought, attack by pests, or other kinds of stress, they produce hormones and other signaling molecules to defend themselves.

Strano, whose lab specializes in developing tiny sensors for a variety of molecules, wondered if such sensors could be deployed inside plants to pick up those distress signals. To create their sensors, Strano’s lab takes advantage of the special properties of single-walled carbon nanotubes, which emit fluorescent light. By wrapping the tubes with different types of polymers, the sensors can be tuned to detect specific targets, giving off a fluorescent signal when the target is present.

For use in plants, Strano and his colleagues created sensors that could detect signaling molecules such as salicylic acid and hydrogen peroxide. They then showed that these sensors could be inserted into the underside of plant leaves, without harming the plants. Once embedded in the mesophyll of the leaves, the sensors can pick up a variety of signals, which can be read with an infrared camera.

Sensors that detect plant signaling molecules can reveal when crops are experiencing too much light or heat, or attack from insects or microbes.

These sensors can reveal, in real-time, whether a plant is experiencing a variety of stresses. Until now, there hasn’t been a way to get that information fast enough for farmers to act on it.

“What we’re trying to do is make tools that get information into the hands of farmers very quickly, fast enough for them to make adaptive decisions that can increase yield,” Strano says. “We’re in the middle of a revolution of really understanding the way in which plants internally communicate and communicate with other plants.”

This kind of sensing could be deployed in fields, where it could help farmers respond more quickly to drought and other stresses, or in greenhouses, vertical farms, and other types of indoor farms that use technology to grow crops in a controlled environment.

Much of Strano’s work in this area has been conducted with the support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and as part of the Disruptive and Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Precision (DiSTAP) program at the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART), and sensors have been deployed in tests in crops at a controlled environment farm in Singapore called Growy.

“The same basic kinds of tools can help detect problems in open field agriculture or in controlled environment agriculture,” Strano says. “They both suffer from the same problem, which is that the farmers get information too late to prevent yield loss.”

Reducing pesticide use

Pesticides represent another huge financial expense for farmers: Worldwide, farmers spend about $60 billion per year on pesticides. Much of this pesticide ends up accumulating in water and soil, where it can harm many species, including humans. But, without using pesticides, farmers may lose more than half of their crops.

Kripa Varanasi, an MIT professor of mechanical engineering, is working on tools that can help farmers measure how much pesticide is reaching their plants, as well as technologies that can help pesticides adhere to plants more efficiently, reducing the amount that runs off into soil and water.

Varanasi, whose research focuses on interactions between liquid droplets and surfaces, began to think about applying his work to agriculture more than a decade ago, after attending a conference at the USDA. There, he was inspired to begin developing ways to improve the efficiency of pesticide application by optimizing the interactions that occur at leaf surfaces.

“Billions of drops of pesticide are being sprayed on every acre of crop, and only a small fraction is ultimately reaching and staying on target. This seemed to me like a problem that we could help to solve,” he says.

Varanasi and his students began exploring strategies to make drops of pesticide stick to leaves better, instead of bouncing off. They found that if they added polymers with positive and negative charges, the oppositely charged droplets would form a hydrophilic (water-attracting) coating on the leaf surface, which helps the next droplets applied to stick to the leaf.

Graduate student Maher Damak (left) and associate professor of mechanical engineering Kripa K. Varanasi, have found a way to drastically cut down on the amount of pesticide liquid that bounces off plants.

Later, they developed an easier-to-use technology in which a surfactant is added to the pesticide before spraying. When this mixture is sprayed through a special nozzle, it forms tiny droplets that are “cloaked” in surfactant. The surfactant helps the droplets to stick to the leaves within a few milliseconds, without bouncing off.

In 2020, Varanasi and Vishnu Jayaprakash SM ’19, PhD ’22 founded a company called AgZen to commercialize their technologies and get them into the hands of farmers. They incorporated their ideas for improving pesticide adhesion into a product called EnhanceCoverage.

During the testing for this product, they realized that there weren’t any good ways to measure how many of the droplets were staying on the plant. That led them to develop a product known as RealCoverage, which is based on machine vision. It can be attached to any pesticide sprayer and offer real-time feedback on what percentage of the pesticide droplets are sticking to and staying on every leaf.

RealCoverage was used on 65,000 acres of farmland across the United States in 2024, from soybeans in Iowa to cotton in Georgia. Farmers who used the product were able to reduce their pesticide use by 30 to 50 percent, by using the data to optimize delivery and, in some cases, even change what chemicals were sprayed.

He hopes that the EnhanceCoverage product, which is expected to become available in 2025, will help farmers further reduce their pesticide use.

“Our mission here is to help farmers with savings while helping them achieve better yields. We have found a way to do all this while also reducing waste and the amount of chemicals that we put into our atmosphere and into our soils and into our water,” Varanasi says. “This is the MIT approach: to figure out what are the real issues and how to come up with solutions. Now we have a tool and I hope that it’s deployed everywhere and everyone gets the benefit from it.”

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Making agriculture more resilient to climate change

New Post has been published on https://thedigitalinsider.com/making-agriculture-more-resilient-to-climate-change/

Making agriculture more resilient to climate change

As Earth’s temperature rises, agricultural practices will need to adapt. Droughts will likely become more frequent, and some land may no longer be arable. On top of that is the challenge of feeding an ever-growing population without expanding the production of fertilizer and other agrochemicals, which have a large carbon footprint that is contributing to the overall warming of the planet.

Researchers across MIT are taking on these agricultural challenges from a variety of angles, from engineering plants that sound an alarm when they’re under stress to making seeds more resilient to drought. These types of technologies, and more yet to be devised, will be essential to feed the world’s population as the climate changes.

“After water, the first thing we need is food. In terms of priority, there is water, food, and then everything else. As we are trying to find new strategies to support a world of 10 billion people, it will require us to invent new ways of making food,” says Benedetto Marelli, an associate professor of civil and environmental engineering at MIT.

Marelli is the director of one of the six missions of the recently launched Climate Project at MIT, which focus on research areas such as decarbonizing industry and building resilient cities. Marelli directs the Wild Cards mission, which aims to identify unconventional solutions that are high-risk and high-reward.

Drawing on expertise from a breadth of fields, MIT is well-positioned to tackle the challenges posed by climate change, Marelli says. “Bringing together our strengths across disciplines, including engineering, processing at scale, biological engineering, and infrastructure engineering, along with humanities, science, and economics, presents a great opportunity.”

Protecting seeds from drought

Marelli, who began his career as a biomedical engineer working on regenerative medicine, is now developing ways to boost crop yields by helping seeds to survive and germinate during drought conditions, or in soil that has been depleted of nutrients. To achieve that, he has devised seed coatings, based on silk and other polymers, that can envelop and nourish seeds during the critical germination process.

A new seed-coating process could facilitate agriculture on marginal arid lands by enabling the seeds to retain any available water.

In healthy soil, plants have access to nitrogen, phosphates, and other nutrients that they need, many of which are supplied by microbes that live in the soil. However, in soil that has suffered from drought or overfarming, these nutrients are lacking. Marelli’s idea was to coat the seeds with a polymer that can be embedded with plant-growth-promoting bacteria that “fix” nitrogen by absorbing it from the air and making it available to plants. The microbes can also make other necessary nutrients available to plants.

For the first generation of the seed coatings, he embedded these microbes in coatings made of silk — a material that he had previously shown can extend the shelf life of produce, meat, and other foods. In his lab at MIT, Marelli has shown that the seed coatings can help germinating plants survive drought, ultraviolet light exposure, and high salinity.

Now, working with researchers at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Morocco, he is adapting the approach to crops native to Morocco, a country that has experienced six consecutive years of drought due a drop in rainfall linked to climate change.

For these studies, the researchers are using a biopolymer coating derived from food waste that can be easily obtained in Morocco, instead of silk.

“We’re working with local communities to extract the biopolymers, to try to have a process that works at scale so that we make materials that work in that specific environment.” Marelli says. “We may come up with an idea here at MIT within a high-resource environment, but then to work there, we need to talk with the local communities, with local stakeholders, and use their own ingenuity and try to match our solution with something that could actually be applied in the local environment.”

Microbes as fertilizers

Whether they are experiencing drought or not, crops grow much better when synthetic fertilizers are applied. Although it’s essential to most farms, applying fertilizer is expensive and has environmental consequences. Most of the world’s fertilizer is produced using the Haber-Bosch process, which converts nitrogen and hydrogen to ammonia at high temperatures and pressures. This energy intensive process accounts for about 1.5 percent of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, and the transportation required to deliver it to farms around the world adds even more emissions.

Ariel Furst, the Paul M. Cook Career Development Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at MIT, is developing a microbial alternative to the Haber-Bosch process. Some farms have experimented with applying nitrogen-fixing bacteria directly to the roots of their crops, which has shown some success. However, the microbes are too delicate to be stored long-term or shipped anywhere, so they must be produced in a bioreactor on the farm.

MIT chemical engineers devised a metal-organic coating that protects bacterial cells from damage without impeding their growth or function.

To overcome those challenges, Furst has developed a way to coat the microbes with a protective shell that prevents them from being destroyed by heat or other stresses. The coating also protects microbes from damage caused by freeze-drying — a process that would make them easier to transport.

The coatings can vary in composition, but they all consist of two components. One is a metal such as iron, manganese, or zinc, and the other is a polyphenol — a type of plant-derived organic compound that includes tannins and other antioxidants. These two components self-assemble into a protective shell that encapsulates bacteria.

Play video

Mighty Microbes: The Power of Protective Polymers

Video: Chemistry Shorts

“These microbes would be delivered with the seeds, so it would remove the need for fertilizing mid-growing. It also reduces the cost and provides more autonomy to the farmers and decreases carbon emissions associated with agriculture,” Furst says. “We think it’ll be a way to make agriculture completely regenerative, so to bring back soil health while also boosting crop yields and the nutrient density of the crops.”

Furst has founded a company called Seia Bio, which is working on commercializing the coated microbes and has begun testing them on farms in Brazil. In her lab, Furst is also working on adapting the approach to coat microbes that can capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and turn it into limestone, which helps to raise the soil pH.

“It can help change the pH of soil to stabilize it, while also being a way to effectively perform direct air capture of CO2,” she says. “Right now, farmers may truck in limestone to change the pH of soil, and so you’re creating a lot of emissions to bring something in that microbes can do on their own.”

Distress sensors for plants

Several years ago, Michael Strano, the Carbon P. Dubbs Professor of Chemical Engineering at MIT, began to explore the idea of using plants themselves as sensors that could reveal when they’re in distress. When plants experience drought, attack by pests, or other kinds of stress, they produce hormones and other signaling molecules to defend themselves.

Strano, whose lab specializes in developing tiny sensors for a variety of molecules, wondered if such sensors could be deployed inside plants to pick up those distress signals. To create their sensors, Strano’s lab takes advantage of the special properties of single-walled carbon nanotubes, which emit fluorescent light. By wrapping the tubes with different types of polymers, the sensors can be tuned to detect specific targets, giving off a fluorescent signal when the target is present.

For use in plants, Strano and his colleagues created sensors that could detect signaling molecules such as salicylic acid and hydrogen peroxide. They then showed that these sensors could be inserted into the underside of plant leaves, without harming the plants. Once embedded in the mesophyll of the leaves, the sensors can pick up a variety of signals, which can be read with an infrared camera.

Sensors that detect plant signaling molecules can reveal when crops are experiencing too much light or heat, or attack from insects or microbes.

These sensors can reveal, in real-time, whether a plant is experiencing a variety of stresses. Until now, there hasn’t been a way to get that information fast enough for farmers to act on it.

“What we’re trying to do is make tools that get information into the hands of farmers very quickly, fast enough for them to make adaptive decisions that can increase yield,” Strano says. “We’re in the middle of a revolution of really understanding the way in which plants internally communicate and communicate with other plants.”

This kind of sensing could be deployed in fields, where it could help farmers respond more quickly to drought and other stresses, or in greenhouses, vertical farms, and other types of indoor farms that use technology to grow crops in a controlled environment.

Much of Strano’s work in this area has been conducted with the support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and as part of the Disruptive and Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Precision (DiSTAP) program at the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART), and sensors have been deployed in tests in crops at a controlled environment farm in Singapore called Growy.

“The same basic kinds of tools can help detect problems in open field agriculture or in controlled environment agriculture,” Strano says. “They both suffer from the same problem, which is that the farmers get information too late to prevent yield loss.”

Reducing pesticide use

Pesticides represent another huge financial expense for farmers: Worldwide, farmers spend about $60 billion per year on pesticides. Much of this pesticide ends up accumulating in water and soil, where it can harm many species, including humans. But, without using pesticides, farmers may lose more than half of their crops.

Kripa Varanasi, an MIT professor of mechanical engineering, is working on tools that can help farmers measure how much pesticide is reaching their plants, as well as technologies that can help pesticides adhere to plants more efficiently, reducing the amount that runs off into soil and water.

Varanasi, whose research focuses on interactions between liquid droplets and surfaces, began to think about applying his work to agriculture more than a decade ago, after attending a conference at the USDA. There, he was inspired to begin developing ways to improve the efficiency of pesticide application by optimizing the interactions that occur at leaf surfaces.

“Billions of drops of pesticide are being sprayed on every acre of crop, and only a small fraction is ultimately reaching and staying on target. This seemed to me like a problem that we could help to solve,” he says.

Varanasi and his students began exploring strategies to make drops of pesticide stick to leaves better, instead of bouncing off. They found that if they added polymers with positive and negative charges, the oppositely charged droplets would form a hydrophilic (water-attracting) coating on the leaf surface, which helps the next droplets applied to stick to the leaf.

Graduate student Maher Damak (left) and associate professor of mechanical engineering Kripa K. Varanasi, have found a way to drastically cut down on the amount of pesticide liquid that bounces off plants.

Later, they developed an easier-to-use technology in which a surfactant is added to the pesticide before spraying. When this mixture is sprayed through a special nozzle, it forms tiny droplets that are “cloaked” in surfactant. The surfactant helps the droplets to stick to the leaves within a few milliseconds, without bouncing off.

In 2020, Varanasi and Vishnu Jayaprakash SM ’19, PhD ’22 founded a company called AgZen to commercialize their technologies and get them into the hands of farmers. They incorporated their ideas for improving pesticide adhesion into a product called EnhanceCoverage.

During the testing for this product, they realized that there weren’t any good ways to measure how many of the droplets were staying on the plant. That led them to develop a product known as RealCoverage, which is based on machine vision. It can be attached to any pesticide sprayer and offer real-time feedback on what percentage of the pesticide droplets are sticking to and staying on every leaf.

RealCoverage was used on 65,000 acres of farmland across the United States in 2024, from soybeans in Iowa to cotton in Georgia. Farmers who used the product were able to reduce their pesticide use by 30 to 50 percent, by using the data to optimize delivery and, in some cases, even change what chemicals were sprayed.

He hopes that the EnhanceCoverage product, which is expected to become available in 2025, will help farmers further reduce their pesticide use.

“Our mission here is to help farmers with savings while helping them achieve better yields. We have found a way to do all this while also reducing waste and the amount of chemicals that we put into our atmosphere and into our soils and into our water,” Varanasi says. “This is the MIT approach: to figure out what are the real issues and how to come up with solutions. Now we have a tool and I hope that it’s deployed everywhere and everyone gets the benefit from it.”