Hi all. Is it possible to correlate multiple parameters like fruit weight, color, length and diameter, its ratio with water content in coconut ?. Need some guidance on some non destructive methods for prediction and quantification of water content in coconut based on field assessable parameters.
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Briefly, use ultrasound techniques: Principle: Ultrasonic waves travel through materials at different speeds depending on their moisture content.
Advantages: Non-destructive, relatively simple equipment, and can provide real-time measurements.
Implementation: Portable ultrasound devices can be used in the field; calibration against known water content is necessary.
It is possible to correlate parameters such as fruit weight, diameter, and stem girth with water content in coconuts, as studies show strong positive relationships among these variables. Non-destructive methods, including the use of principal component analysis (PCA), can help differentiate coconut cultivars based on physical traits.
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