The OneThird Avocado Scanner is Arriving at Tesco
Michael Hemsworth — September 5, 2025 — Business
References: tesco & grocerytrader
The OneThird Avocado Scanner is making its way to Tesco locations in the UK to help customers shop more efficiently by immediately identifying if the fruit is ready for consumption. The scanner is named after the Dutch company that invented it and works with infrared technology to determine in seconds if an avocado is ripe or not. The unit will scan the fruit and provide shoppers with one of two results including whether it's best for smashing or more suitable for slicing into a salad.
Tesco Avocado Buyer Lisa Lawrence commented on the OneThird Avocado Scanner saying, "The scanner will enable shoppers to choose the avocado that is right for them and which therefore can help them plan their usage and desired shelf life, thereby cutting down on waste. It encourages shoppers to check ripeness without squeezing, helping protect avocados on shelf from damage, reducing waste, and keeping produce fresher in store.”
Image Credit: Tesco
Tesco Avocado Buyer Lisa Lawrence commented on the OneThird Avocado Scanner saying, "The scanner will enable shoppers to choose the avocado that is right for them and which therefore can help them plan their usage and desired shelf life, thereby cutting down on waste. It encourages shoppers to check ripeness without squeezing, helping protect avocados on shelf from damage, reducing waste, and keeping produce fresher in store.”
Image Credit: Tesco
Trend Themes
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Infrared Produce Assessment — Leveraging infrared technology to assess fruit ripeness in real-time presents a disruptive opportunity to revolutionize how consumers select and purchase perishable goods.
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Waste Reduction Technologies — The introduction of ripeness scanners can significantly minimize food waste by ensuring consumers purchase only what they need in the ideal condition.
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Contactless Shopping Tools — The use of scanners to evaluate produce without physical contact caters to the rising demand for hygiene-conscious shopping experiences.
Industry Implications
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Smart Grocery Retail — Implementing advanced scanning technologies in grocery stores offers a way to modernize shopping experiences and improve inventory management.
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Food Technology — Innovations like ripeness scanners epitomize the intersection of technology and food, highlighting opportunities for smarter consumption and production practices.
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Agricultural Iot — The development of tools for precise fruit ripeness detection aligns with the growing trend of integrating Internet of Things solutions in agriculture to optimize supply chains.
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