3349 Michaelmas Red
Michaelmas Red, a crisp and delicious dessert apple, sweet-tart in flavor, rich in antioxidants, and a favorite for its vibrant red skin and tender white flesh.
Also known as: English Red, September Crab, Ruby Crab
Botanical name: Malus domestica
Quick Facts
PLU Code
3349 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Fruits › Apples › All Sizes
Origin
Europe & Asia
Storage Temperature
0 to 4°C (32 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
4-6 weeks
Status
Approved
About Michaelmas Red
Mature trees produce large yields of fruit, require cross-pollination, and are relatively drought-tolerant. Michaelmas Red apples are known to be light to moderate consumers of winter chill hours
Nutrition Information
Michaelmas Red is an apple variety, the nutrition facts for one medium-sized apple that weighs approximately 150 grams are as follows
Energy 52 kilocalories, protein 0.3 grams, fat 0.2 grams, carbohydrates 13.8 grams, fiber 2.4 grams, sugar 9.5 grams, sodium 0 milligrams, potassium 154 milligrams, folate 3 micrograms, vitamin C 6 milligrams, vitamin K 4 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Cool, moist storage to maintain freshness and texture
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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PLU Code Reference
4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce
5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce
5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)
PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).