Patents Assigned to Global Prepcorp
  • Method for processing leafy vegetables for extended storage
    Patent number: 5316778
    Abstract: A method for processing common varieties of leafy vegetables to extend its storage life. The leafy vegetables are selected, cut, trimmed and conveyed to a processing area. During processing, the leafy vegetable leaves are torn rather than cut from the vegetable stems. Once cored, the leafy vegetables are washed in chlorinated water, dried and then chilled prior to final distribution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 31, 1994
    Assignee: Global Prepcorp
    Inventor: John K. Hougham