To view this informative episode, follow the link provided below. Also, stay tuned for the release announcement of the fourth episode of our series!

Click here to watch the full video | F-750 Produce Quality Meter

The leading fruit industry event, slated for May 31st - June 1st, is a tremendous opportunity to explore the latest industry trends, methods, and technology.

Felix Instruments, a leading manufacturer of portable, precise measurement tools for plant physiology research, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming conference.

From Red Agricola:

"We connect the farming industry through our magazines, conferences & events, digital media, and our start-up program (AGTECH Latam), supplying the sector with the most relevant technical information about agriculture."

Previous attempts to create perennial wheat have encountered significant challenges, with poor survival over the second winter.

To understand and overcome these challenges, scientists at Washington State University are investigating a hybrid cross between wheat and tall wheatgrass (Thinopyrum ponticum), a distant relative of wheat with a perennial habit.

The research team, led by Ian Clark, suspects that root structure could play a vital role in the perenniality of these hybrid plants. By studying the root structure of the hybrid cross and comparing it to both parent plants, they hope to gain insights into the underlying mechanisms of perenniality and ultimately develop a successful perennial wheat variety.

This article explores the fascinating research done by Ian Clark and his team.

Click here to read the full conversation | CI-600 In-Situ Root Imager

Formulating adaptation strategies requires knowledge of climate change patterns and how and when their effects will occur. Plant productivity and growth rates will change due to physiological changes, moisture availability, CO2 fertilization, and rising temperatures.

Click here to read the full article | CI-340 Handheld Photosynthesis System

Fruit quality control and monitoring are necessary to ensure food safety, meet consumer demands, reduce labor and storage costs, and minimize food waste.

Traditional methods are time-consuming and need instrumentation. Therefore, AI analytics in portable and stationary devices is quickly becoming a standard for food evaluation.

This article discusses the AI analytics used for fruit control and monitoring.

Click here to read the full article | F-750 Produce Quality Meter

Mycorrhizae are one of the most abundant soil microbial species and form associations with most land plants to improve their establishment, growth, and survival.

Knowing the mechanisms by which they operate could help to increase crop productivity, especially in stressful environments.

Click here to read the full article | CI-600 In-Situ Root Imager

Fruit quality is vital for human health and nutrition due to the compounds they contain. The quality of the fruit will depend on the plant's physiological processes, from fruit setting to ripening and postharvest handling.

Fruit quality is built in the pre-harvest stages, and post-harvest handling is about maintaining the quality. If plants have optimal nutrition, stress-free field conditions, and the correct postharvest handling, fruit development and quality will also be optimal.

Have questions about an instrument you'd like to ask our team of Application Scientists? Use the link below to schedule a live instrument demonstration!