It's Fresh

A UK agri-foodtech company developing technologies such as RYPEN to ensure fresh produce is delivered in peak condition and in order to reduce food waste.

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Rethink freshness: KMnO₄ tubes & sachets add extra steps and may increase costs. In some cases, leaks or damage could even lead to significant product loss.

RYPEN tech is embedded in packaging for clean, simple ethylene control.

No mess. No disruption. Just smarter freshness.

[RYPEN @rypentech]

When humidity rises, KMnO₄ struggles—performance can drop by 85% at 100% RH (Relative Humidity).

RYPEN tech stays consistent, even in high-RH conditions, delivering ~50% higher ethylene uptake vs KMnO₄. Reliability matters when shelf life counts.

#freshproduce #ethylene

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Ethylene isn’t the enemy—it’s a natural defence. In moderated amounts, it helps fruit respond to stress & stay healthy.

Block it with 1-MCP and you risk hidden damage: browning, breakdown, poor flavour.

RYPEN works with nature, not against it.

#freshproduce #naturalripening

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Blocking ethylene receptors with 1-MCP doesn’t just slow ripening—it shuts it down. The result? Fruit that’s firm, bland & underdeveloped.

RYPEN works differently: moderating ethylene so produce ripens naturally, with flavour & texture intact.

#freshproduce #naturalripening

[It's Fresh @itsfreshlimited]

Ethylene ripens fruit, but too much causes over ripeness & waste.

With @RYPENtechnology, produce develops to its natural peak—aroma, flavour, colour—while staying fresh longer.

Learn more: https://t.co/mKy8qHRv0O

#Ethylene #Postharvest #RYPEN

[It's Fresh @itsfreshlimited]

Discovered in 1669, ethylene once lit Victorian streets.

Today, this natural ripening hormone released by fresh produce is managed by @rypentech developed by @itsfreshlimited to slow ripening, reducing waste, and strengthening supply chains for fresher produce.

#ethylene

[It's Fresh @itsfreshlimited]

At @itsfreshlimited, we test @rypentech in real-world simulations using gas-tight vessels and GC analysis to measure ethylene reduction.

This science-backed approach helps optimise materials that slow ripening, cut waste, and extend shelf life.

#chromatography #science

[It's Fresh @itsfreshlimited]

Ethylene drives ripening—even at trace levels.

Detecting it outside labs is tough: conditions vary, sensors lack selectivity, and many handheld devices measure VOCs, not ethylene.

Gas chromatography remains the gold standard.

#innovation #freshproduce

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Why rely on outdated ethylene control?

KMnO₄ oxidises everything—wasting capacity on compounds that don’t affect ripening.

RYPEN targets ethylene selectively, preserving freshness efficiently without harsh substances. Smart, precise, sustainable.

#freshproduce #innovation

[It's Fresh @itsfreshlimited]

Accurate ethylene detection matters.

Using GC-FID analysis, we gain insights into how different fresh produce reacts to ethylene—enabling us to develop RYPEN packaging that naturally extends shelf life and supports a sustainable supply chain.

#innovation #chromatography

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🔴🟣🔵 How do we keep red, purple & blue hues vibrant postharvest? Anthocyanins fade under stress—pH shifts, heat & ethylene accelerate breakdown.

RYPEN tech moderates ethylene, slowing pigment loss & preserving colour for longer shelf life.

#fruit #innovation #freshproduce

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🍑🚛 Keeping stone fruit fresher for longer just got easier.

The RYPEN® Shrivel Sheet moderates ethylene & reduces moisture loss—no extra steps, just place it in the box. Dual-action protection = firmness, flavour & less waste.

#stonefruit #freshproduce #innovation

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🫐 Blueberries packed for retail or bulk need consistent ethylene moderation—now possible with the RYPEN® Leaf.

It captures ethylene to slow ripening, preserve crunch & cut waste. Simple to use across formats, big impact on freshness.

#blueberries #freshproduce #innovation

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🍇🍒 Ethylene silently drives stem browning & rachis dehydration in grapes & cherries—hurting shelf appeal & quality.

RYPEN technology moderates ethylene, reducing defects & extending freshness. Invisible threat, visible results.

#grapes #cherries #freshproduce

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Fresh-cut fruit experiences wound ethylene & juice build-up—speeding browning, softening & microbial risk.

RYPEN® Pad captures ethylene + absorbs juices, extending shelf life & cutting waste by up to 50%. Simple, effective freshness.

#freshproduce #retailpackaging #innovation

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Cut fruit releases ‘wound’ ethylene, speeding browning, nutrient loss & juice build-up in packs—hurting shelf appeal.

RYPEN pads absorb juice & adsorb ethylene, extending shelf life by days & cutting waste by up to 50%.

Freshness matters.

#freshproduce #retailpackaging

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🍒 Shipping cherries for 40+ days? Even low ethylene accelerates pitting, stem browning & softening by breaking down cell walls & the membrane. RYPEN tech moderates ethylene, preserving firmness & colour. Trials show major defect reduction. #cherries #freshproduce #innovation

[RYPEN @rypentech]

🌍 Climate change is reshaping fruit exports. Heatwaves speed ripening & cause sunburn, poor winter chill disrupts bud break, and water scarcity reduces size & yield. Longer routes amplify risk. RYPEN tech helps maintain quality & cut waste. #climatechange #freshproduce

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Raspberries lose moisture fast postharvest due to thin drupelet skin & open stomata—impacting texture, colour & shelf life.

Ethylene influences this process. RYPEN tech moderates ethylene, preserving integrity & freshness for longer.

#raspberries #freshproduce #innovation

[RYPEN @rypentech]

Preserving greenness = shelf appeal. In green grapes, yellowing berries & browning stems accelerate via ethylene-driven chlorophyll breakdown. RYPEN tech captures excess ethylene, keeping grapes vibrant for longer. #grapes #fruits #freshproduce