Accelerating Avocado Ripening with Ethylene Catalytic Generators

Accelerating Avocado Ripening with Ethylene Catalytic Generators

Avocados are a nutritious and delicious fruit, but getting them to ripen at the perfect time can be a challenge. Fortunately, technology has come to the rescue with catalytic ethylene generators like Ripe All and Mini Ripe. These portable gas generators are manufactured by HundredX Agritech Pvt Ltd India, one of the leading manufacturers and exporters. The generators produce the natural ripening hormone ethylene to speed up the process, ensuring you can enjoy perfectly ripe avocados whenever you desire.

How Ethylene Works

Ethylene is a natural plant hormone that triggers ripening in many fruits, including avocados. When released, it initiates biochemical reactions, softening the fruit, enhancing its flavor, and changing its color. This process is completely natural and chemical-free. Ethylene Generators release controlled amount of ethylene gas, to ensure consistent ripening across all fruits.

Ripe All and Mini Ripe Ethylene Generators: A Closer Look

• Ripe All Ethylene Generator: This commercial-grade ethylene generator is designed for larger volumes of fruit up to 50 MT. It effectively ripens a wide range of produce, including avocados, bananas, tomatoes, and more. Ripe All is typically used in commercial settings such as cold storages, ripening and distribution centers, and large-scale farms.

• Mini Ripe Ethylene Generator: This compact and user-friendly device is perfect for small and medium scale business. It generates a controlled amount of ethylene, making it ideal for ripening smaller quantities of avocados or other fruits. Mini Ripe is easy to operate and requires minimal maintenance.

Using Ethylene Generators for Avocado Ripening

1. Pre Cooling: Pre-cool the avocados in a controlled environment room and raise fruit pulp temperature to 18-20°C.
2. Ethylene Application: Apply 100-120 ppm ethylene by turning on the generator. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions as exposure time may vary depending upon the fruit maturity or season.
3. Ripeness Check: Check the fruit firmness regularly to determine when to stop ethylene application.
4. Temperature Control: Maintain the pulp temperature for 1-2 days. Once ripening is done lower the temperature to 5°C.
5. Humidity and Ventilation: Maintain relative humidity at 85-95%. To prevent CO₂ buildup, ventilate the room every 12 hours for 10-15 minutes.
6. Storage: Ripened avocados can be stored at 2°C.

Benefits of Using Ethylene Catalytic Generators:

• Faster Ripening: Ethylene generators significantly reduce the time it takes for avocados to ripen.
• Consistent Results: By controlling the amount of ethylene, these devices help ensure consistent ripening across all fruits.
• Convenience: Ethylene generators offer a convenient and hassle-free way to ripen avocados for small, medium and large scale ripening businesses.

Important Considerations:

• Safety: Always follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions carefully.
• Ventilation: Ensure proper ventilation when using ethylene generators.
• Over-Ripening: Avoid over-ripening the avocados, as this can lead to mushiness.

These generators offer a convenient and effective solution for accelerating the ripening process, ensuring you get the most out of this delicious and nutritious fruit. They come equipped with innovative features like a back up heater and sim card connectivity for sending notifications. Click here to check out the available products.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Always consult the manufacturer’s instructions and follow all safety precautions when using ethylene generators.