The Growers were able to ask Mark questions about the new technology including how it can be retro fitted onto old cool rooms bringing some grower/packers into a competitive edge.
Mark also let us know about what is happening overseas in regards to market access and public opinion on DPA and 1-MCP fruit. Dynamic storage is being seen as the latest and cleanest method of long term storage as it cuts out multiple pre storage dips, bin handling and logistic issues which saves both the grower and the pack house time and money.
DCA fruit is less susceptible to storage rots, scald and break down which also saves in waste and grade quality.
Isocell has the right to this particular technology and has been a proven leader in the field due to their results and the integrity of their research and follow up standards. As new information and technology comes on the market the company has first option to acquire the rights and pass that information on to their clients.
For more information and resources you can download the Uc Produce Facts App from Google play and IOS which is a great resource and very interesting as it shows you information for all fresh commodities got to https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=postharvest.ucdavis.edu.producefacts&hl=en
Also the news letter from the developer of the tech is very interestinghttp://postharvest.ucdavis.edu/
There is an article in on the APAL website by Dr Gordon Brown and Dr Robert Prange explaining DCA and the benefits of adopting it as a storage method go to http://apal.org.au/dynamic-controlled-atmosphere-storage/
Mark is also available to be contacted directly at http://novotechindustries.com.au/ or on 0438220680
