Patatas Melendez CEO Javier Melendez and Wyma Europe Managing Director Jason Gerrie at the signing of the contract for the new potato facility.
Wyma Solutions has made the final stage of the New Zealand International Business Awards 2021, the country’s most prestigious awards for export businesses.
The world’s food production industry sits at a difficult crossroads. By 2050, the global population will likely increase by 35%, and food production will need to double in that timeframe. However, as our climate changes and resources become scarcer, the need to streamline the supply chain becomes
A discussion you often hear around the Wyma offices is around which elements of our equipment and processes are the most valuable to our customers. The commitment to innovation and continuous improvement is a common answer. Maybe it’s our focus on service and support. Or what about the flexibility
As food safety emerges as one of the most imminent priorities for fruit and vegetable growers, the Wyma team is constantly looking to improve on our designs and deliver the best possible solutions. That spirit of continuous innovation led to the development of the Electric Bin Tipper, a project
Accurate sizing and handling are central to maintaining the quality and marketability of your produce. For carrots, potatoes and onions, sizing is especially important. With their non-uniform shape and variable textures, sizing root vegetables accurately and cost-effectively can be a challenge.
When designing the right Vege-Polisher™ for your specific conditions, we take into consideration many factors. Both technical and experiential recommendations are made by the team at Wyma to ensure that our customers receive the best possible solution for their polishing requirements.
As Wyma has grown and evolved, the projects we work on have become increasingly more complex. Developing processing line solutions capable of dozens of tonnes per hour requires a high level of innovation, collaboration and commitment.
As part of Wyma’s ongoing expansion, we’re thrilled that the Wyma UK team has moved to new premises in the Snetterton Business Park, Norfolk, as of May 2021.
The post-Covid economy is driving strong growth for Australian vegetable producers. Fueled by the increase in consumer demand for fresh vegetables, Australian growers have chosen to invest significantly in improving their post-harvest operations.
We’re often asked about the differences between stainless steel and mild steel, and what the best option is for post-harvest equipment. To answer this, we caught up with Goulwen Robinet, Design Engineer at Wyma.
Investing in pack-house equipment usually means a notable cash outlay for any grower, packer or processor. Making the effort to look after your equipment with regular care and maintenance will extend the life of your investment, saving you time and money.
The fresh vegetable industry in Europe and the United Kingdom is undergoing rapid and exciting change at present says Jason Gerrie, General Manager of Wyma Europe and Wyma UK.
We don’t always know what we don’t know. This is the fundamental reason why standards exist, especially for the development of heavy machinery such as that used in post-harvest operations.
Canada’s ATV Farms has this week selected Wyma Solutions to deliver two large post-harvest vegetable grading and packing lines for carrots and onions. Wyma (in conjunction with North America-based partner Volm Companies) was selected for its comprehensive range of post-harvest solutions, quality
Grønt Maskin, Norway’s largest specialist retailer for vegetable producers, has entered into an exclusive partnership agreement with Wyma Solutions for the Norwegian market. “We are very pleased and excited to be partnering with Grønt Maskin to service the Norwegian market” said
Following on from our guide How to reduce the impact of potato bruising on your profitability, we caught up with Leighton Hill, Solution Engineer, to answer some of your questions about gentle handling, why some fertilizers increase the likelihood of bruising and the perfect temperature for potato
The post-harvest industry, like many others, is full of jargon and terminology. What one person views as a ‘hopper,’ another may call a ‘feeder,’ ‘tank’ or ‘bunker’! Accurate terms and names matter. They reduce confusion, allow for mutual understanding and pave the way for collaboration and
Innovation is deeply enmeshed in everything we do at Wyma. We’re always investigating how to make our equipment better, to deliver greater performance, efficiency and durability. Achieving these goals requires a constant supply of new ideas and outside-the-box thinking.
Following on from our Are you getting the best out of your carrots? guide, we caught up with Hugh Paterson, a Solution Engineer in our Project Delivery Team, to answer some of your questions about carrot silvering, moisture loss in carrots and post-harvest cooling options.