Arctic, a brand under Okanagan Specialty Fruits Inc. (OSF), is a vertically integrated company specializing in the development, growing, processing, and marketing of novel tree fruit varieties developed through bioengineering. Founded in 1996 and based in Summerland, British Columbia, Canada, OSF aims to provide sustainable solutions to food waste and improve apple consumption.

The flagship product of Arctic is its Arctic® apple varieties, which have the unique trait of not turning brown when bitten, sliced, or bruised. This trait offers valuable benefits to all members of the apple supply chain, from growers to consumers. OSF holds worldwide intellectual property rights for regulating expression of polyphenol oxidase (PPO) genes to control enzymatic browning in tree fruits.

Additionally, OSF is working on solutions for challenges in a variety of other crops, potentially reducing losses in the produce supply chain and the need for pesticide and disease control. Led by Neal Carter, a bioresource engineer and experienced apple and cherry grower, OSF has built an incredible team dedicated to innovation and bringing innovative products to fruition. Join Arctic in their pursuit of a healthier, more sustainable world by exploring their website and learning more about their mission and vision