The fall breaker is designed for mounting at the junction between conveyor and box, to break the fall of potatoes, carrots or other vegetables so that they are not damaged. The fall breaker is directed into the box by hand. Fall is broken by a titanium screen fitted on a steel arch, journalled in ball bearings at the pivotal point. When a box is approximately half full, the fall breaker lifts automatically so that the box can be filled completely. The lifting movement is continuously adjustable.