Technofest Belgium has successfully tested its plasma-based disinfection technology on fresh fruits, achieving highly promising results in terms of extended shelf life and microbial control in supermarket conditions.

The tests demonstrated that the use of plasma air and surface disinfection, without any chemical additives, can significantly slow down microbial growth and spoilage processes in fruits. As a result, treated fruits maintained their freshness, appearance, and quality for a considerably longer period compared to untreated samples.

A practical, real-world experiment was conducted by our colleague Professor Fojlaley at a Migros supermarket, where strawberries treated with the plasma disinfection system remained fresh for up to ten days at normal room temperature. In contrast, the control samples that were not treated with the plasma device showed complete mold growth and spoilage within the same time period, as clearly visible in the accompanying images.

These results highlight the strong potential of plasma technology to reduce food waste in retail environments. Every year, thousands of tons of fruits and vegetables are discarded due to the lack of access to modern, non-chemical preservation technologies. Technofest Belgium’s system addresses this challenge by offering an environmentally friendly, chemical-free solution suitable for supermarkets and food distribution centers.

Technofest Belgium aims to further develop and scale this technology across European markets, contributing to food sustainability, economic efficiency, and environmental protection.

SPOILAGE, SHELF LIFE, PLASMA TECHNOLOGY