Non-destructive Brix assessment for strawberry & blueberry

In lab conditions, a refractometer is precise to around ±0.2 °Brix. But sugar isn't evenly distributed inside a berry, so where you squeeze changes the result. Add person-to-person variation and calibration between tests, and real-world accuracy can drop to as much as ±1 °Brix. 

There's also the element of sample size. Squeezing is slow, so most teams test 10 to 20 berries per batch, while you'd need 35 to reliably represent it.

OneThird scans through the whole berry, not just one spot, giving a true reading of the fruit itself, no squeezing, no calibration. And because each scan takes under a second, you can test far more of the batch, giving you a number you can actually stand behind.

 OneThird's Brix measurement is currently available for strawberries and blueberries. 

Implementation is straightforward and most customers are fully onboarded within two weeks. Usually we want to see 100 berry scans to validate a variety. For the most common varieties this is sometimes less, for newer or uncommon varieties we sometimes need to see 200 berries before you can switch your operations fully to OneThird. Our team supports you through the full process, so your team is up and running fast without disrupting your existing operation.

Results are available within seconds and are immediately accessible in the cloud platform. Reports can be shared across supply chain partners in real time, increasing transparency and credibility.

Like every OneThird assessment, Brix works as a standalone application. It also pairs well with other assessments, such as visual inspection and shelf-life prediction, for a fuller picture of the batch.

You don't need to calibrate the system yourself. Our models are continuously refined and updated automatically, so the latest version is always the one you're scanning with.

Fresh produce isn't static, it changes across varieties, seasons and origins. Because we work with customers worldwide, we're constantly gathering new data to keep the models sharp. That means no outdated models, no manual calibration, and no extra work on your end.

Absolutely! We offer pilots starting from three months, giving you enough time to see real results across multiple batches. Our team will guide you through setup and support you throughout, so you get a clear, data-backed picture of what OneThird can do for your operation before making a bigger commitment.

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