Banana Photos

Images are one of the many inputs that Strella uses to evaluate banana stage progression during ripening. Images alone are not a reliable indicator of overall banana stage, however, they are usually accurate for color stage determination after the ripening process.

1. Ethylene gas application must be complete (minimum 2.0 color stage on the Strella/Chiquita scale)

2. Bananas must be similar in color (+- 0.50 color stage)

3. Plain background of any color without extraneous objects visible

4. Bright and even lighting with minimal shadows

5. Provide profile of bananas facing up and some showing the shoulder

6. Take photo with Apple iPad approved by Strella

Strella recommends using this presentation for all receiving and daily QC photos.

Including the penetrometer is optional.