Tesco trials avocado ripeness scanners
7 days ago
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- Tesco is trialling avocado ripeness scanners in five stores in England.
- The scanners aim to help shoppers choose avocados based on ripeness, potentially reducing food waste.
- Opinions are divided: some see it as a useful innovation, while others view it as a marketing gimmick.
- Avocado toast's popularity on social media has driven demand, with Tesco selling 15 million more avocados this year.
- The scanners are part of Tesco's broader tech initiatives, including giant trolley scales.
- Experts debate the scanners' effectiveness in reducing waste and their impact on customer satisfaction and prices.