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Fruit Development, Ripening & HarvestWhat can a near-infrared instrument contribute to mango maturity testing?
Near-infrared instruments can estimate relevant internal attributes without cutting every fruit, but the measurement is meaningful only with an appropriate calibration and operating procedure. Ask what attribute the device predicts and which fruit population supported that calibration. Compare readings with reference measurements when introducing a new variety or season. Treat the instrument as part of a sampling program rather than a substitute for one.