The Melaquick from the Italian company diVti Quartagamma srl of Lestans di Sequals created a lot of interest at the Fruit Logistica. After years of research and tests the company have patented, in cooperation with the Department of Food Science at the University of Udine, the Melaquick.
The Melaquick is a peeled whole apple. Thanks to the packing of an innovative vacuum foil the apple remains fresh and crisp for a few days. The peeled apple is especially suitable for the out-of-home segment. The healthy snack can be eaten immediately. Melaquick does not contain any preservatives.
In July 2008 diVti Quartagamma srl received a special prize forthe concept at the innovation competition START UP, organised by theUniversity of Udine.
"Byparticipating at Fruit Logistica many contacts were made, with bothItalian companies and those from Europe, Canada, South Africa,Thailand, Russia and the United States. There was a lot of interest notonly for the product itself, but also for the story behind it" therepresentatives said.
