When people talk about correlation in the context of a produce quality meter, the conversation often gets simplified. A device is tested against a lab reference method. A number comes back. If it is high, the instrument is considered accurate. If it is lower, doubts start to creep in. But correlation is more nuanced than… Continue reading…
Portable vs Benchtop NIR Meters: Which Makes Sense for Your Lab?
Near-infrared spectroscopy has become a standard tool for measuring quality attributes in food and agricultural products. Whether you are tracking dry matter, Brix, firmness proxies, or internal defects, NIR offers fast, non-destructive insight. The real decision many labs face today is not whether to use NIR, but whether portable NIR meters or traditional benchtop systems… Continue reading…
