Quality control laboratory
APOD places great attention on quality control at every stage of the supply chain, from the field to the finished product.
Laboratory analyses for fruit and vegetable raw materials
Within our quality laboratory we carry out constant analyses and checks to ensure that every batch meets the highest standards of safety, genuineness, and compliance with the technical parameters required by the market.
The analyses are conducted with modern and precise instruments, which allow us to objectively monitor the physico-chemical characteristics of our tomato-based products and other raw materials.
Spectrophotometer
Lo spettrofotometro misura con precisione il colore dei prodotti a base di pomodoro, garantendo uniformità e qualità visiva. It uses specific chromatic indices for the preserved foods sector and includes dedicated software to analyze and archive data.
Refractometer
Measures the Brix degree of the tomato, that is, the quantity of sugars and therefore the level of ripeness and quality of the product. Essential data to keep recipes consistent during processing. It can record and track results.
Portable conductivity meter
The conductivity meter measures electrical conductivity, dissolved solids, and temperature, monitoring the solutions used in production processes or in soil extracts. It provides useful data on salinity and substrate quality, both in the laboratory and in the field.
Portable pH meter
The portable pH meter determines the pH of tomato berries, an essential parameter for monitoring freshness and the microbiological safety of the product. pH control is fundamental to guarantee the stability of preserves and the correct acidity of sauces.
Consistometer
The consistometer measures the fluidity and viscosity of tomato sauces, determining parameters for their sensory quality and suitability for processing.
Binocular Microscope
The binocular microscope detects impurities and biological defects, analyzing plant material to identify molds or unwanted agents and ensure product purity at every stage of processing.
Firmness Tester
Used to evaluate the consistency of soft fruits such as tomatoes, blueberries, and others. It allows determination of the degree of ripeness and the firmness of the fruit, crucial parameters for establishing the optimal harvest time and ensuring consistent quality over time.
Precision scale (Capacity 15 kg, division 0.1 g)
The precision scale is used for the accurate preparation of samples and the weighing of reagents. Its high sensitivity guarantees reliable measurements, essential for the correct execution of laboratory analyses.
Which crops does APOD deal with?
APOD cultivates a variety of vegetables and arable crops that reflect the richness and diversity of our territory. The main crops are tomato and fennel, flagship products of our supply chain and the core of agricultural production. Alongside these, we also cultivate asparagus, onion, wheat, cabbage, pea, and broad bean, following sustainable practices and innovative agronomic techniques. Each crop is managed with attention to quality, seasonality, and respect for the land, in order to offer genuine products and guarantee a transparent and responsible agricultural supply chain.
Do you also handle the transport of fruit and vegetable products?
What other services does the cooperative offer?
Supply of nursery plant material, irrigation, and fertilizers: we provide nursery plant material, irrigation systems, fertilizers, and high-quality technical products, with the support of our experts for targeted and professional consulting.
Shared supply of equipment: shared access to agricultural machinery and equipment for all production phases, optimizing costs and working times and promoting sustainable resource management.
Technical assistance in the field: direct field support and constant updates on best cultivation practices, sustainability, and product quality.
Logistics and sorting of the harvested product: we manage the collection, selection, and distribution of fruit and vegetable products harvested by members, ensuring an efficient logistics service and timely deliveries to customers.
Quality control: constant analyses and checks to ensure that each batch meets the highest standards of safety, genuineness, and compliance with the technical parameters required by the market.
How do you reduce environmental impact?
Through circular economy, rental of agricultural equipment, 4.0 technologies, purification and recycling of rainwater, material recycling, and sustainable agronomic practices.
What type of nursery plant material does APOD supply?
Selected and certified seedlings and seeds of tomatoes, fennel, asparagus, and wheat, coming from a reliable partner nursery integrated into the supply chain.
We offer irrigation systems, fertilizers, and technical products compliant with regulations and suitable for different crops.
Does the APOD laboratory control the entire supply chain?
Sustainability
For a greener future
For APOD, sustainability is not a goal to be achieved, but a continuous journey that starts from the land and involves every daily decision.
Circular economy
We recycle agricultural materials and reuse production waste as natural fertilizers, returning to the soil what nature gives us.
Renewable energy
We produce energy through photovoltaic systems (100 kW/h) installed at the San Severo facility.
Rainwater use
We use micro-irrigation systems, rainwater collection and recovery systems, and a purification plant.
Agriculture 4.0
We work every day to reduce the environmental impact of our activities and to build an agricultural model that respects the land and the people who cultivate it.
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