The center represents AgroFresh’s continued investment in fresh produce through science-driven innovation, practical solutions, and sustainable impact. Designed as catalyst for collaboration, the center brings together partners, scientists, and industry experts to address how fresh produce is protected, preserved, and delivered across the region.
The state-of-the-art center will focus on post-harvest plant physiology, preservation technologies, and digital tools to deliver localized solutions that reduce waste, extend shelf life, and enhance quality. Research will target key regional crops – from apples and kiwifruit in Northwest China to tropical fruits across Southeast Asia – while supporting major Asia Pacific markets including China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and India.
“This strategic investment in Yangling reflects our deep commitment to innovation and how we continue to differentiate and bring value to our customers,” said Han Kieftenbeld, CEO of AgroFresh. “By combining our global reach with deep local expertise, we’re accelerating science-based solutions that reduce waste, extend freshness, and create value across the supply chain.”
“This is about turning science into impact,” said Duncan Aust, Chief Technology Officer of AgroFresh. “We’re building solutions that help deliver measurable results – longer shelf life and better quality for consumers.”
Beyond research, the center will serve as a regional hub for knowledge exchange, training, and partnership – connecting innovation to real-world application.
For over 40 years, AgroFresh has partnered with growers, packers, and retailers in more than 50 countries. Today, that journey continues – powered by science, driven by solutions, and committed to sustainability.
About AgroFresh
AgroFresh is a global leader in post-harvest solutions, delivering science-based solutions that help maintain the freshness, quality, and value of fresh produce from harvest to consumption. With global reach and deep local expertise, AgroFresh combines innovation with practical, on-the-ground support to serve customers worldwide. The company partners with growers, packers and shippers to reduce waste, extend shelf life, and advance sustainability across the fresh produce value chain.
