Fruit and vegetable packaging plays an important role in the storage, transportation, and sales process of fruits and vegetables. Here are some key points about fruit and vegetable packaging:
1、 The role of packaging Protective function Preventing mechanical damage: Packaging can reduce mechanical damage to fruits and vegetables during handling and transportation, such as collision and compression, and maintain the integrity of fruits and vegetables. Reduce moisture loss: Appropriate packaging materials can reduce the evaporation of moisture in fruits and vegetables, maintaining their freshness and taste. Barrier to external environment: block the influence of external factors such as dust, microorganisms, and oxygen on fruits and vegetables, and extend their shelf life. Convenient transportation and storage Easy to transport: Packaged fruits and vegetables are easier to handle and load/unload, improving logistics efficiency. Standardized stacking: Packaging can make fruits and vegetables more neatly stacked during storage and transportation, saving space. sales promotion Attracting Consumers: Exquisite packaging design can capture consumers' attention and increase the sales volume of fruits and vegetables. Provide information: The packaging can indicate the variety, origin, nutritional content, and consumption methods of fruits and vegetables, making it convenient for consumers to choose.
2、 Selection of packaging materials Paper packaging Advantages: Environmental protection, low cost, good breathability, can absorb the water vapor generated by the respiration of fruits and vegetables, and reduce decay. Scope of application: Commonly used for packaging fruits such as apples and pears, and can also be used for packaging some vegetables. Plastic packaging Advantages: Lightweight, waterproof, high transparency, can display the appearance of fruits and vegetables. Common plastic packaging materials include polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), etc. Scope of application: Widely used for packaging various fruits and vegetables, such as strawberries, grapes, cucumbers, etc. Foam packaging Advantages: Good buffering performance, which can effectively protect fruits and vegetables from mechanical damage. Scope of application: Suitable for some easily damaged fruits and vegetables, such as peaches, plums, etc. Mesh bag packaging Advantages: Ventilation and breathability, low cost. Scope of application: Commonly used for packaging vegetables such as onions and potatoes.
3、 Key points of packaging design Appropriate size Choose the appropriate packaging size based on the size and shape of the fruits and vegetables to avoid shaking them inside the packaging. Reasonable structure The packaging structure should facilitate the placement and retrieval of fruits and vegetables, while ensuring the stability of the packaging. Color matching Choose bright and attractive color combinations to highlight the freshness and quality of fruits and vegetables. Brand logo Label the brand logo and related information on the packaging to enhance brand awareness.
