Post-Harvest Innovation: Improving Crop Quality and Reliability for Global Exports
- Given the uncertainties of trading with the US, what innovations or advancements are needed to enable Mexican fresh produce growers to reliably access more distant export markets?
- Apart from shelf-life extension, what other challenges do Mexican exporters face when finding and securing new export partners? What new legislation or policy changes could help facilitate access to new international markets?
- What advancements in cold chain logistics are needed to expand access to distant markets? How are smart sensors, IoT, and traceability technologies helping businesses monitor and maintain produce quality? How are data analytics and AI improving supply chain efficiency, forecasting, and reducing food loss and waste?
- To what extent are biotechnologies being implemented to increase the shelf-life of fresh produce, and what are the practical or regulatory limitations of these technologies?