How are WCA Blends products applied?
Once the WCA Blends are mixed into a solution, the product can be applied in the following options: • Dipped for 1 minute, then dripped dried to remove surface water (example: seafood, whole fruits and vegetables) • Dipped for 1 minute, then spun dried to remove surface moisture (example: cut fruits and vegetables) • Dipped for 1 minute, then air dried to remove surface moisture (example: whole fruits, cut fruits, whole vegetables, and cut vegetables) • Sprayed on to the product to keep it from dehydration (example: Fresh flowers (mist spray), whole fruits on trees, and whole vegetables on vines). Top • Do I need Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) to achieve the extended shelf life benefits? You have a wide choice of packaging, which would be acceptable when using WCA Blends. Simple 1-4 mil poly ethylene (PE) bags are generally acceptable. With Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) the shelf life of fresh-cut produce could be extended up to 28 days. MAP would enhance the product shelf l
