Novozymes A/S and AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. are forming a research and commercialization partnership towards developing biological solutions that can improve post-harvest food quality and minimize waste by fighting fungal pathogens. Resulting products, which will be developed for post-harvest applications, will benefit growers, retailers, and consumers, as well as the environment. Novozymes and AgroFresh have entered into a strategic collaboration Agreement that will explore co-development of b biological based solutions to control fungal pathogens in fruits, vegetables, and flowers, and will leverage the AgroFresh commercial footprint.

AgroFresh will lead the commercialization of these new solutions for post-harvest application in fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Novozymes' BioAg business produces biological solutions for both broad acre and specialty crops. Its products increase plant productivity and protect crops from pests so farmers can produce more food, feed, and fuel with fewer inputs and on less land.