The DA-Meter measures ripeness non-destructively, directly on the fruit skin, using the index of absorbance difference (IAD). It helps you choose the right time to harvest and follow the fruit during storage. Choose the instrument based on where you measure: in the field, in storage, in the lab or on the grading line.
In-field measurement
Portable handheld meters to check ripeness directly on the tree and decide the harvest date.
DA METER® Handheld for Cherries
Calibrated for cherries: quick readings on the tree and at delivery.
Monitoring and storage
Sensors that record ripening over time, in cold rooms or in the field, with no operator needed.
DA METER® Remote Logger Sensor
Measures sample fruit continuously and records the ripening trend.
Laboratory and grading lines
Solutions for laboratory analysis and for sorting fruit by ripeness directly on the packing line.
MultiMeter – Modular laboratory system
Several measuring points in one system, for analysing batches of fruit.
DA METER® Sensor for fruit grading systems
Integrates into graders to sort fruit by ripeness level.
Which DA-Meter is right for you?
| Where you measure | What you need | Recommended instrument |
|---|---|---|
| In the orchard | Decide when to harvest | Handheld(cherries, kiwifruit or standard) |
| In cold rooms or storage | Follow ripening over time | Logger Sensor + Concentrator |
| Across several farms or sites | Portable monitoring campaigns | Logger Case |
| In the laboratory | Analyse batches of samples | MultiMeter |
| On the packing line | Sort fruit by ripeness | Sensor for grading systems |
Not sure which one to choose?
Tell us which fruit you work with and where you want to measure. We will recommend the right instrument and support you after purchase too.
