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Why do IQF berries arrive clumped together?
Clumping in IQF fruit has two distinct causes with two distinct owners. Dry, loose clumps with no frost inside the liner usually…
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Does organic certification mean the product is pesticide free?
No. Organic certification regulates the production process, not the analytical result. It restricts which inputs may be used and requires that the…
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What is the difference between IQF and block-frozen fruit?
IQF fruit is frozen piece by piece and stays free flowing, so you can pour out exactly the quantity you need. Block…
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What is the shelf life of frozen fruit?
Frozen fruit held continuously at -18 degrees Celsius or colder is commonly given a best-before period of up to 24 months, depending…
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How is Brix used in fruit and honey specifications?
Brix measures soluble solids as degrees on a refractometer, and in fruit it mostly reflects sugars, so it is used as a…
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What causes freezer burn in frozen berries?
Freezer burn is surface dehydration. Moisture sublimates out of the fruit, migrates through the pack and refreezes as frost on the inside…