WHAT WE DO

The Q Fresh Lab /JSB Group, LLC is an international consulting and Laboratory firm specializing in sustainable packaging design and technology, post-harvest technology, packaging and food processing equipment and food safety, for the fresh food industry. The mission of the QFresh Lab/JSB Group, is to be the leading global technology and testing resource for the flexible, produce, and food packaging industries by providing participating companies technical, sales, marketing, market research, training, and management support.

We bring over 60 years experience in fresh foods and fresh-cut produce testing and consulting.

We specialize in:

  • Shelf-life studies and food science consulting
  • Package testing and consulting
  • Food safety consulting

We are strategically partnered with Eurofins US to provide a one stop shop for your food testing and consulting needs.  We understand the power of applying sound science principles to improve quality and safety.

Principals:

Jeff Brandenburg, the President of The JSB Group, LLC has over 45 years of experience in packaging and packaging design. Jeff has a B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University, with a minor Biomedical Engineering, and a M.S. in Food Safety from Michigan State University. He serves on the technology boards and councils of a number of trade and industry organizations; is the primary author and reviewer of numerous trade articles as well as association guidance documents. Jeff was the lead author for the Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) chapter for CRC’s latest publication on Modified and Controlled Atmospheres.

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Eric Vandercook, QFresh Lab Director, has B.Sc. degrees in Biochemistry and Food Science and has worked for over a decade in various food industries including fresh-cut produce, fresh pressed juices and dietary supplements.

Eric is PCQI certified and active in the post-harvest community; partnering with Universities to help solve and advise on post-harvest challenges.  He has a hands-on approach to problem solving and can help to quickly solve difficult problems through experimentation.

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Recent Posts

QFresh Lab to attend The Washington Conference in Washington, DC – June 10th – June 12th, 2024

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The Washington Conference is the annual event that unites the fresh produce industry to address our most pressing public policy matters. Members of all segments of the fresh produce supply chain will come together June 10-12 to make their voices heard on key policy and regulatory issues that impact the fresh produce industry such as … Continue reading QFresh Lab to attend The Washington Conference in Washington, DC – June 10th – June 12th, 2024

QFresh to attend next Farm Foundation® Forum – April 30th, 2024

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Join Us for the Next Farm Foundation® Forum: Unwrapping Packaging Regulations Impacting Agricultural Trade and Sustainability featuring Cory Connors ♻️📦, Tamara Muruetagoiena, Jason Grant, Kevin Kelly, and Jeffrey Brandenburg. This Forum will discuss packaging rules and regulations impacting US growers and companies, specifically looking at packaging in the fruit and vegetable supply chains. As countries … Continue reading QFresh to attend next Farm Foundation® Forum – April 30th, 2024

QFresh to Attend Fresh Cut Quality and Safety Training in Chicago, IL – April 23rd – April 24th, 2024

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The Produce Quality Training is a two-day workshop that details the science and engineering of fresh-cut produce quality programs, what components should be considered, and its impact on product shelf-life. The workshop is coordinated by IFPA and designed and led by industry and academic subject matter experts: Jeffrey S. Brandenburg, President and CEO, The Q … Continue reading QFresh to Attend Fresh Cut Quality and Safety Training in Chicago, IL – April 23rd – April 24th, 2024

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