Quality is our top priority when extending shelf-life of fresh-cut
Our company is based in Bielefeld, Germany, developing preservative-free antioxidant solutions for fruits and vegetables, leveraging 30+ years of expertise and advanced research to ensure quality and safety. Our antioxidants are manufactured in Germany and the USA to the highest global standards: GFSI-certified, fully compliant with modern HACCP, and available with organic and kosher certification.
Our path
to the future
Our journey at Food Freshly began with the creation of our formulations aimed at replacing sulfites in potato processing, laying the groundwork for our innovative path. This was followed by the development of sulfite-free solutions for fresh-cut apples and the launch of products suitable for organic production. We then expanded our reach across Europe and supported agricultural projects in Dubai and the Middle East, aiding local farmers and fresh-cut processors.
With our entry into North America and the foundation of Food Freshly North America, Inc. in Canada, we continued to grow, investing in research, opening new offices, and establishing a U.S. production site to meet rising demand. In 2024, along with celebrating our 30th birthday, we moved into new state-of-the-art facilities, tripling our lab size and research capabilities. This expansion enables us to further enhance our product innovation and support our commitment to providing the best solutions in the industry.
1994
Foundation of Food Freshly - First recipes for the replacement of sulfites in potato processing.
2004
Agricultural projects in Dubai and the Middle East by supporting local farmers and fresh-cut processors
2014
Continuous development of new products and applications. Investment in research facilities
2024
New offices and expanded research facilities.
1997
Development of sulphite-free products for fresh-cut apples
2010
First organic certified products for Fresh-cut apples
2002
Business development in other European countries
2012
Market entry in North America and foundation of Food Freshly North America, Inc. in Canada
2021
New production site in the USA to meet increasing demand
30 years of experience with antioxidants
Food Freshly is a family-owned business based in Bielefeld, Germany, and has been a pioneer in food technology since 1994. We are dedicated to developing formulations that enhance the safety and shelf-life of fruits and vegetables without using preservatives or harmful substances. Our products are manufactured in Germany and the United States, adhering to the highest quality standards such as EU and US FDA regulations.
With over 30 years of experience in the fresh-cut sector, we serve a global customer base. The team at our headquarters includes specialists in biology, chemistry, and food technology who are continuously innovating for the produce industry.
Our sister company, Food Freshly North America, Inc., manages our operations and client relationships in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Food Freshly’s international sales team services customers in different regions, including Italy and Spain, providing dedicated support to meet their specific needs. Additionally, we have established partnerships in many other countries, such as the Netherlands, Poland, South Korea, and India.
Research is at
our core
We have always believed that only through continuous research can our products create real value for the fruit and vegetable industry. That’s why we consistently invest in expanding our technical capabilities and dedicate significant resources to R&D.
Today, our modern facilities and experienced technical team allow us to conduct comprehensive shelf-life testing on a wide range of fruits and vegetables, both for our own development and in support of our customers.
Our research activities go far beyond testing our antioxidant solutions. We perform extensive microbiological analyses, including aerobic plate count, yeast, fungus, and enterobacteria testing all critical factors in determining produce shelf life.
In addition, we integrate various packaging technologies, such as modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) and perforated films, enabling us to replicate our customers’ production processes in detail and provide holistic, real-world testing results.
Quality is
our priority
Quality is our priority as we know the high standards our customers want to maintain. Therefore, all Food Freshly products are manufactured in Germany and in the USA to the highest quality standards. Our facilities hold BRC, IFS (GFSI), HACCP, Organic, Kosher and other certifications.
We start with the careful selection of suppliers and the inspection of all raw materials entering our facilities. During the production process, quality is continually verified at every stage. Quality checks carried out during production include multiple sieving and visual sample spotting.
As a final step, every batch is analyzed for impurities and micro bacteria before leaving our facilities. Customers receive the certification of analysis with every order.