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PLU 3049


Fine Green Beans

"Nature's perfect snacking delight"

Crunchy and delicate, fine green beans are a popular legume rich in fiber and essential nutrients.

Also known as

French beans, string beans

Botanical name

Phaseolus vulgaris

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Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

3049

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

BeansAll Sizes

Origin

Primarily cultivated in the USA, Europe, and Asia, with major production countries including China, India, and the United States

Temperature

32°F-35°F (0°C-2°C)

Shelf Life

7-10 days

Status

Approved

About Fine Green Beans

Fine green beans are harvested before they reach full maturity and have a tender, slightly sweet flavor.

Nutrition Information

Fine Green Beans are low in calories and rich in nutrients, here's a brief overview of their nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving. Fine Green Beans contain approximately 31 calories, 1.8 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, and 6.9 grams of carbohydrates. They are also rich in dietary fiber, containing about 2.7 grams per 100 grams serving. The fine green beans are also a source of essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin K, vitamin C, potassium, and folate.

Storage & Handling

Fine green beans require cool and humid storage conditions to maintain their freshness. Proper ventilation is essential to prevent moisture accumulation and spoilage.

Temperature

32°F-35°F (0°C-2°C)

Humidity

90%-95%

Packaging

Ventilated containers, breathable bags or wax boxes to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation

Shelf Life

7-10 days

Storage Notes: High temperature and low humidity can cause wilted or yellow beans. Monitor temperature and humidity regularly to ensure optimal storage conditions.

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3049Fine Green BeansPhaseolus vulgarisAll SizesVegetablesBeans

Details

Commodity Keybeans
VarietyFine
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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