Details about Plums
Also known as Prunes, Japanese plum, Chinese plum
With many varieties available, plums can range in color from yellow and green to red, purple, and black. The flesh of the plum surrounds a hard stone, or pit, which contains a single seed.
Sweet treats in every bite
Nutrition
The nutrition facts for plums are as follows: One 100g serving of plums contains 46 kilocalories of energy, 11g of carbohydrates, 1.3g of dietary fiber, 0.7g of protein, and 0.3g of fat. They also contain various essential vitamins and minerals such as 6.6 milligrams of vitamin C, 2.6 micrograms of vitamin K, 4.6 milligrams of potassium, and 0.1 milligrams of copper, among others.
Storage
Maintain consistent refrigeration to minimize ripening and spoilage. Plums should be pre-cooled before storage. High CO2 atmosphere inhibits ethylene production, and extended shelf life. Therefore, controlled atmosphere or modified atmosphere packaging are the best choices.
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 0°C to 0.5°C
- Humidity: 90% to 95%
Minimize bruising and impacts. Control pest infestations by integrated pest management principles. Use plastic films or bags as liners for packaging to prevent moisture accumulation and, improve freshness.
Packaging
Modified atmosphere packaging, maintain oxygen levels at 2% and carbon dioxide levels at 2% to 5%. A packaging density that maintains air space of about 1% around the commodity.
Shelf life
1 to 6 months at 0°C to 0.5°C
