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PLU 3003


D'Estivale Apple

"Indulge in the taste of France with every bite of the D'Estivale apple."

The D'Estivale apple is a sweet and succulent French dessert apple variety known for its exceptional taste and crunchy texture.

Also known as

D'Estivale

Botanical name

Malus domestica

D'Estivale Apple illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

3003

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

ApplesAll Sizes

Origin

France

Temperature

0-1°C (32-34°F)

Shelf Life

4-6 months at optimal storage conditions, longer if CA (Controlled Atmosphere) storage is used

Status

Approved

About D'Estivale Apple

D'Estivale apples are often harvested between October and December and can be stored until May due to their long shelf life and ability to retain their quality.

Nutrition Information

D'Estivale apples are a good source of nutrients, here are the nutrition facts per 100 grams serving

Energy 52 kilocalories

Carbohydrates 13.8 grams

Dietary fiber 2.4 grams

Sugars 9.5 grams

Protein 0.3 grams

Fat 0.2 grams

Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams

Vitamin K 4.5 micrograms

Folate 3.5 micrograms

Potassium 154 milligrams

Manganese 0.3 milligrams

Storage & Handling

D'Estivale apples require cool, humid storage to maintain their crisp texture and flavor. Temperature control is critical to slow down ripening and spoilage.

Temperature

0-1°C (32-34°F)

Humidity

80-90%

Packaging

Ventilated or polyethylene-lined boxes, kept away from direct sunlight and moisture

Shelf Life

4-6 months at optimal storage conditions, longer if CA (Controlled Atmosphere) storage is used

Storage Notes: D'Estivale apples are sensitive to ethylene production and may benefit from CA storage with oxygen levels between 1.5-2.5% and CO2 levels between 3-5%. Regular monitoring of temperature, humidity, and gas composition is recommended to ensure optimal storage conditions.

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3003D'Estivale AppleMalus domesticaAll SizesFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyD'Estivale
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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