Practice mode Horticulture

Which instrument is used to measure the flesh firmness of fruit?

Correct answer D. All the above

Explanation

Penetrometers, including the Effegi tester and the Magness-Taylor pressure tester, push a plunger into the fruit flesh and record the force needed, which indicates firmness and maturity.

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