Early Apple
"Sweetness of the earliest pick"
A crunchy and juicy variety of apple, known for its sweet-tart taste and crisp texture, typically harvested in late summer or early fall.
Also known as
Summer Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4116
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Originated in Europe, now widely cultivated in many parts of the world with temperate climates
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Early Apple
Early apples, scientifically known as Malus domestica, have a thin skin and adhere loosely to the core, making them popular for snaking and salads.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Early Apple are as follows: Early Apple contains water approximately 84 grams per 100 grams of apple, energy value 52 kilocalories per 100 grams, carbohydrates 13.8 grams per 100 grams, dietary fibers 2.4 grams per 100 grams, sugars 9.5 grams per 100 grams, protein 0.3 grams per 100 grams, total fat 0.2 grams per 100 grams, and sodium 0 milligrams per 100 grams, potassium 107 milligrams per 100 grams, vitamin C 4.6 milligrams per 100 grams, vitamin K 4.4 micrograms 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
Ventilated bags or boxes, individually wrapped for longer storage
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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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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