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Improving Fruit Quality and Grower Decision Making: An Interview with Dr. Ioannis Minas

Assistant Professor Dr. Ioannis Minas from Colorado State University joined us recently to discuss his research and give a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses the F-750 Produce Quality Meter. Our Director of Applied Science, Galen George, and Dr. Minas discussed how traditional fruit quality testing methods are being replaced by modern technology. Dr. Minaz… Continue reading…

Future-Proof Your Quality: How to Harness the Power of Spectroscopy in Commercial Agriculture – Pt. 2

Welcome to the second installment in our webinar series on spectroscopy in agriculture! Building a Model Part 1 – Sample Plan and Analytical Testing. This 6-part series will cover the A-Z of internal quality assessment, spectroscopy, chemometrics, model building, model validation, and optimization in a commercial agriculture setting. In Part 1: Intro to NIR Spectroscopy… Continue reading…

Future-Proof Your Quality: How to Harness the Power of Spectroscopy in Commercial Agriculture – Pt 1

Welcome to the first installment in our webinar series on spectroscopy in agriculture! This 6-part series will cover the A-Z of internal quality assessment, spectroscopy, chemometrics, model building, model validation, and optimization in a commercial agriculture setting. In Part 1: Intro to NIR Spectroscopy and Chemometrics, Director of Applied Science Galen George will introduce spectroscopy,… Continue reading…

Agtech Innovations to Watch for in 2023

The world faces critical challenges like limited land and water resources, harmful environmental effects caused by excessive agrochemicals and heavy farm machinery use, and the increasing demand for food and biomass. However, several new agtech innovations are showing great potential to overcome these issues by increasing food production and quality with fewer resources and by… Continue reading…

Navigating Agtech: Expert Responses to 10 Common Questions About the Agricultural Technology Industry

There is an explosion of innovative agtech development and production. The amount of information can sometimes be overwhelming but is also fragmented, making it challenging to understand all aspects of agtech. Therefore, we are answering common questions about agtech to provide the big picture to help people make an informed choice. How can agriculture tech… Continue reading…

Utilizing Non-Destructive Sensors to Improve Fruit Quality and Grower Decision Making: An Interview with Dr. Ioannis Minas

Top 105 Essential Resources for Agriculture Professionals: Updated for 2023

In the constantly evolving world of agriculture, professionals must remain up-to-date with the latest information and technologies in order to maximize efficiency and reduce waste. Felix Instruments is committed to creating the world’s most precise, portable, and non-destructive measurement tools to support these goals. With this updated list of the top 100 essential resources for… Continue reading…

Exploring the Advantages of NIR Spectroscopy in Agriculture: A Comprehensive Infographic

In the agriculture industry, the ability to accurately analyze the chemical composition of crops and soil is crucial for optimizing growth and yield. One powerful and efficient method for achieving this is Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS). NIR spectroscopy is a non-destructive technique that allows for quick and accurate measurement of various properties in plants and… Continue reading…

Future-Proof Your Quality: How to Harness the Power of Spectroscopy in Commercial Agriculture – Part 2

Request a Quote | Schedule a Consultation Welcome to the second installment in our webinar series on spectroscopy in agriculture! This 6-part series will cover the A-Z of internal quality assessment, spectroscopy, chemometrics, model building, model validation, and optimization in a commercial agriculture setting. In Part 2: Building a Model Part 1 – Sample Plan… Continue reading…

The Relationship Between Dry Matter, Season, and Consumer Satisfaction

Producing fruits whose quality meets consumer satisfaction is the new standard in the food industry. Effects of seasonal growing conditions on mango dry matter accumulation were monitored in two cultivars since most harvest indices are based only on summer data. Dry matter content was closely related to soluble sugars and consumer satisfaction but was not… Continue reading…