Catalytic Generators and QA Supplies sponsor 2026 fruit ripening workshop

Catalytic Generators, a leading innovator in fresh produce ethylene application technology, is joining QA Supplies in sponsoring the upcoming 2026 Fruit Ripening and Quality Management Workshop.

This updated East Coast version of the renowned Fruit Ripening and Ethylene Management Workshop, developed originally by the University of California, Davis, will deliver essential insights for produce professionals seeking to enhance fruit quality and operational efficiency.

The workshop is scheduled for January 8 and 9, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia, and will be held in conjunction with the Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference.

Catalytic Generators sponsoring industry knowledge

Designed for shippers, fruit handlers, wholesale and retail produce managers, and other stakeholders in the fresh produce supply chain, the program will address critical topics in fruit ripening and quality management.

Participants will explore strategies to minimize losses, optimize ripening processes, and deliver superior, ready-to-eat products to consumers.

Sessions will cover advancements in ripening, facility design, temperature management, maturity assessment, and technological innovations, fostering networking opportunities and hands-on demonstrations among industry experts.

"This workshop aligns seamlessly with our commitment to advancing postharvest technologies that ensure the highest standards of produce quality and safety," stated Greg Akins, President & CEO of Catalytic Generators and QA Supplies. "By sponsoring this event, we aim to empower attendees with the knowledge and tools to implement effective ripening programs and ensure optimum retail quality, which ultimately drives profitability.”

Catalytic Generators’ support for the workshop reflects its longstanding commitment to helping the industry translate ripening science into reliable, day-to-day practice.

Drawing on decades of focused expertise, the company understands the pressures producers and distributors face as expectations of consistency and product quality rise.

Its technology and guidance have become integral to ripening operations of every size, showing how practical, proven ethylene application solutions can support better fruit quality and more resilient ripening programs. This underscores the value of continued knowledge-sharing across the supply chain, a principle at the heart of the workshop.

Registration for the workshop is now open, with limited spots available to facilitate interactive learning.

See here for enrollment details and the full agenda. 

*All images courtesy of Catalytic Generators

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