Case labeling for field-packed produce
First Claim
1. A method comprising:
- generating sequences of unique codes with a microprocessor, each sequence spanning a range;
storing the sequences of unique codes in a database;
providing the sequences of unique codes to be used on labels;
receiving a unique code and harvest event data in association with one another; and
searching the database to determine a range within which the unique code falls.
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Abstract
Rolls of pre-printed case labels are distributed at a harvest for labeling cases of produce. The labels on each roll include sequential codes that each span a unique range. Part or all of each roll'"'"'s range can be associated with harvest data, including picker and block identifications. The association can be made by placing a label from each roll on a harvest form bearing harvest data, or by entering harvest data into an electronic device and using the device to read a unique code from a label. Pickers then harvest produce, fill cases, and label the cases from their rolls. The association of ranges to pickers allows a subsequently read unique code from a filled case to be properly credited to the correct picker. The association of ranges to blocks allows subsequently obtained quality information to be correlated to specific blocks.
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7 Claims
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1. A method comprising:
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generating sequences of unique codes with a microprocessor, each sequence spanning a range; storing the sequences of unique codes in a database; providing the sequences of unique codes to be used on labels; receiving a unique code and harvest event data in association with one another; and searching the database to determine a range within which the unique code falls. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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