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PLU 3349


Michaelmas Red

"Plucked in September with Sweet and Tart Flavor profile."

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

Michaelmas Red illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

3349

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

ApplesAll Sizes

Origin

Europe & Asia

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

Temperature

0 to 4°C (32 to 39°F)

Humidity

80-90%

Packaging

Breathable bags or ventilated boxes

Shelf Life

4-6 weeks

Storage Notes: Monitor CO2 levels to prevent fermentation. Handle with care to avoid bruising.

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3349Michaelmas RedMalus domesticaAll SizesFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyMichaelmas Red
CreatedOctober 2004
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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