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Mango Quality Meter Webinar and Demonstration

The Mango Quality Meter non-destructively measures mango dry matter and Brix, reducing what traditionally takes hours and labor, to the push of a button and a few seconds. Built using Tommy K, Altufa (also known as Champagne, Honey or Adolfo), Kent, Calypso, Keitt, and Honey Gold varieties. Watch the full webinar below. To request a quote, click… Continue reading…

Long Time Partner Dr. Jorge Osuna Presents Ataulfo Mango Dry Matter Poster at ASHS 2019

Dr. Jorge Osuna of INIFAP, who has remained an invaluable asset to Felix Instruments over many years, presented the poster – Novel Non-Destructive Technique to Determine Optimum Harvesting Stage of Ataulfo Mango Fruit – at ASHS 2019 in Las Vegas. To view and download the poster in it’s entirety, click the image below or click here.

New Mango Quality Meter Set to Revolutionize Mango Harvests Worldwide

A new meter will be launched that guarantees ZERO fruit destruction and better crop analysis for mango growers and distributors worldwide. The Mango Quality Meter, which measures dry matter and Brix in seconds, is considered a disrupter for an industry that has traditionally depended on labour-intensive methods, and the destruction of many volumes of fruit.… Continue reading…

Mango Quality Meter Webinar and Official Launch – July 30th

LAUNCH AND WEBINAR DETAILS Tuesday July 30th @ 8am & 8pm Pacific Time Measure mango dry matter and Brix in seconds. Map and visualize crop dry matter measurements. Accurately harvest planning. Verify incoming fruit maturity. Join us for the official launch and live demonstration of the all new Mango Quality Meter on Tuesday, July 30.… Continue reading…

Medidor de Calidad de Aguacate – Webinar y Demostración

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Dry Matter in Avocados: What It Is, How It’s Measured & Why It’s So Important

The avocado is a climacteric fruit that ripens after it is harvested. The fruit needs to be picked when it is physiologically mature to ensure the avocado will continue to ripen properly. Mature fruit will develop varying tastes depending on the variety. But, if premature fruit is picked, flavor development is hindered. There are many… Continue reading…

Felix Instruments’ Dr. Reidel Visits Don Julio Tequila in Mexico

Met with representatives from Don Julio Tequila (which owns and uses the CI-340 Photosynthesis System) and Raul Garcia, President of Comité Nacional Del Sistema Producto Agave Tequila.

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Mission Produce Speaks to Fructidor About How They Use the Felix Instruments Avocado Quality Meter

We had the opportunity to chat with Adrian Rico, Research and Development Project Engineer at Mission Produce Inc., about their use and experience with the Felix Instruments Avocado Quality Meter. Founded in 1983 and one of the first to import Mexican avocados to the US with USDA approval, Mission Produce is now one of the… Continue reading…