Details about Apple
Also known as Malus domestica, Table apple, Dessert apple
Criterion apples are a non-organic variety, suitable for mass production. They have a medium to large size and a red skin with green highlights.
Nature's candy, in every bite
Nutrition
Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit providing several essential vitamins and minerals. Here's a breakdown of the nutrition facts for one medium-sized Criterion apple, approximately 150 grams:
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
Vitamin C: 4.6 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value
Vitamin K: 4.4 micrograms, approximately 6% of the Daily Value
Folate: 3.5 micrograms
Manganese: 0.2 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value
Antioxidants and phytonutrients: Quercetin, catechins, chlorogenic acid, and anthocyanins
Storage
Apples are climacteric fruit and require careful handling for prolonged storage. Cool and humid storage, with precise temperature and humidity control, is necessary for the highest quality.
Storage conditions:- Temperature: -1°C to 0°C
- Humidity: 80% to 90%
Ethylene production must be controlled to delay ripening. Regular monitoring of oxygen and CO2 levels in the storage environment is critical.
Packaging
cardboard boxes or RPC’s lined with polyethylene film bags or plastic wrappers
Shelf life
1 to 6 months
