Fireside Apple
"Experience the crackling sweet taste of winter with Fireside Apples"
Sweet and tart, Fireside Apples have a unique flavor profile and exceptional crunch, making them perfect for snacking and cooking.
Also known as
Winter Apple, Fireside Variety
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4102
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
United States, Europe, and parts of Asia
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Fireside Apple
Its cold storage tolerance and long shelf life make Fireside Apples a top choice for the produce industry.
Nutrition Information
The Fireside Apple is a sweet and crunchy variety. Here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of apple, approximately one small to medium apple
The apple contains calories of about 52 kilocalories energy per 100 grams it has a protein content of about 0.3 grams per 100 grams the carbohydrate content of Fireside Apple is 13.8 grams the dietary fiber content in this apple variety is around 2.4 grams per 100 grams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Pulp trays or bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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