Custom fresh produce trays: the right tray for your fresh product

No compromise on size, coating, or printing. We produce cardboard fresh produce trays to the exact dimensions for your product — moisture-resistant, stackable, and printable with your brand.
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A tray that does not fit costs you more than you think

A standard tray that is too large allows your product to shift and get damaged. Too small, and the shelf presentation is incorrect. Without the right moisture coating, the tray collapses due to condensation in the cold store. And without printing, there is no brand experience.

The result: damaged products, higher rejection rates, and complaints from retailers or end customers. And with every new season or new product, the search begins again.

A custom tray solves that problem.
And cardboard helps too: fruit and vegetables packed in cardboard stay fresh for an average of 3 days longer than in plastic (source: research by the University of Bologna).

Cardboard fresh produce trays tailored to your fresh product

J&S Packaging supplies fresh produce trays in corrugated or solid cardboard. This gives the tray its characteristic rigidity and flat surface, ideal for printing and optimal in-store presentation.

Available versions:

  • Kraft corrugated cardboard (E/F/N flute)
  • Natural kraft solid board
  • With color printing (flexo or offset) for an optimal brand experience
  • With optional ventilation holes
  • With optional extra PE coating on the inside and outside for moist products

For growers, traders, and processors in the fresh produce sector

Growers and cooperatives

You determine the size of your product, not the other way around. A custom fresh produce tray ensures a sleek presentation at retail and less damage during transport from the field to the distribution center.

Fruit and vegetable traders

Your customers place demands on the packaging. Branded trays with your logo strengthen your identity on the shelf and provide a professional appearance to the consumer.

Processors and packers

A tray that fits your packaging line shortens packing time. Standardized sizes reduce rejection rates and speed up the process from filling to palletizing.

Exporters

For long-distance transport, we recommend solid board with PE coating, as these are more moisture-resistant. We consider the stacking strength and the logistical requirements of your destination.

The right cardboard for every fresh produce application

Corrugated cardboard

E/F/N flute, with kraft liner on the inside and outside or with PE coating on the inside and outside. Available with or without print.

Solid board

Solid cardboard sheet — rigid, compact, and flat. The standard for fresh produce trays presented in stores or at the market. Excellent printability, available in multiple weights.

Solid board with PE coating

The same rigidity, but treated against moisture absorption. Essential for wet or moist products, refrigerated environments, or when condensation is a risk.

Not sure which coating or type of cardboard best fits your product?

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Why fresh produce companies choose J&S Packaging
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Personal advice & customization

One dedicated contact person who thinks along with you. We provide advice tailored to your fresh produce packaging line: from size to material choice, coating, finishing, and printing technique.

Full fresh produce range

We supply the complete package for fresh produce products: standard and custom trays, fruit boxes, bin cards, and packing sheets — everything from one supplier.
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30+ years of expertise

Three decades of experience in cardboard packaging for the fresh sector. We know the requirements of cold stores, moist environments, and stacked transport.

Fast delivery times

Standard sizes are available quickly. Custom work in 4 to 6 weeks. Urgent deliveries are possible.
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Storage and inventory management

We manage your stock and give a timely notification if a reorder is needed. This way, you always have packaging ready, even during busy seasons.

Order custom fresh produce trays?

Provide us with the dimensions of your product and your desired quantity. We advise on the right cardboard type and the best coating — and provide a competitive quote including a test sample.
Request a non-binding quote
Or call us: +32 (0)68 84 38 74

Frequently asked questions about fresh produce packaging

Yes. Cardboard takes printing excellently. Flexo printing is the most commonly used technique for large volumes in the fresh produce sector. For smaller quantities or seasonal variants, digital printing is the most flexible choice. We advise on the technique that fits your volume. Very often also with offset printing!

Yes. We can also handle the layout for an additional fee.

That depends on the coating. We supply both uncoated and moisture-resistant variants. For use in cold stores or with wet products, we always recommend a moisture coating. We calculate together which coating provides sufficient protection for your specific circumstances.
We deliver from 1 pallet. The exact minimum quantity depends on the size and printing technique. Contact us for a custom quote.
For a new custom project, we estimate an average of 4 to 6 weeks after approval of the cutting die. Reorders of an existing cutting die are faster. Urgent delivery is possible if stock allows.

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