Cultiva and Kallur
Episode 5: Fruit Color & Harvest Efficiency with Kallur
From the Ag Information Network, I’m Bob Larson with today’s Fruit Grower Report.
As growers look ahead to harvest, improving color uniformity is key to maximizing efficiency.
With labor constraints and tight harvest windows, first-pick success is more important now than ever.
Cultiva’s North American Sales Manager, Thiago Moraes says color such a key focus for growers right now …
• It’s not just about appearance; it’s about harvest timing and efficiency.
• Growers are looking to enhance efficiency across every part of their operation.
• When more fruit is ready on the first pick, it improves efficiency and reduces the number of harvest passes to optimize both cost and return.
What challenges are impacting color development?
• Heat can delay or unevenly impact color development.
• Fruit maturity and color don’t always align perfectly which leads to delayed harvest or additional picks.
• Variability in color across blocks makes harvest timing difficult.
How does Kallur® help improve outcomes?
• Kallur® promotes stronger, more uniform color development without accelerate ripeness.
• It also helps improve first-pick percentage, potentially eliminating harvest trips.
• Kallur gives growers more confidence in harvest timing decisions and ultimately improves packout and operational efficiency.
Thanks Thiago. Visit cultiva.com or contact your local Cultiva sales rep.
