Early Apples
"Taste the Early Delight"
Cultivated and harvested before the regular apple season, Early Apples are known for their exceptional taste and crunchy texture. These apples are nurtured to ripeness in controlled climates, resulting in sweet and tangy flavor profiles.
Also known as
Early Season Apples,Summer Apples
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4119
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
Nurseries in the Northern Hemisphere, such as the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Temperature
0 - 2°C
Shelf Life
6 - 12 months
Status
Approved
About Early Apples
High water content, sensitive to ethylene production, and requiring precise cold storage temperatures.
Nutrition Information
Per 100 grams of Early Apples, the nutrition facts are approximately as follows:
Energy 52 kilocalories,
Carbohydrates 13.8 grams,
Fiber 2.4 grams,
Sugar 9.5 grams,
Protein 0.3 grams,
Total fat 0.2 grams,
Calcium 4 milligrams,
Iron 0.3 milligrams,
Magnesium 3 milligrams,
Phosphorus 4 milligrams,
Potassium 119 milligrams,
Sodium 0 milligrams,
Vitamin A 12 micrograms,
Vitamin C 6.3 milligrams,
Vitamin E 0.4 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Store at near-freezing temperature with controlled atmosphere to delay ripening and browning
Temperature
0 - 2°C
Humidity
80 - 90%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes, bags, or containers
Shelf Life
6 - 12 months
Storage Notes: Monitor ethylene production and maintain cleanliness to minimize spoilage
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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