4147 Jonagold

"A Delicious Balance of Sweet and Tart"

A cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious apples, Jonagold apples are sweet and tart with a hint of spice, known for their complex flavor profile and crisp texture.

Also known as: Jonagold Apple, Red Jonagold, Jonagold Delicious

Botanical name: Malus domestica

Jonagold illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4147 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

FruitsApplesLarge

Origin

New York, USA

Storage Temperature

32-40°F (0-4°C)

Shelf Life

6-9 months

Status

Approved

About Jonagold

Developed in the 1940s in New York, Jonagold apples are a popular variety for both fresh consumption and cooking. They have a medium to large size and a distinctive blush of red over a yellow skin.

Nutrition Information

Jonagold is a cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious apples. The nutrition facts for Jonagold are as follows:

One medium-sized Jonagold apple with a weight of about 130 grams has approximately 72 calories.

It contains 19 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.3 grams of fat and 0.3 grams of protein.

Jonagold is rich in dietary fiber, containing about 2.4 grams. It has no sodium and very little cholesterol, with negligible amounts of vitamin A and vitamin B12, but decent amounts of vitamin C with 6 milligrams or 10 percent of the recommended daily intake and vitamin K at 2.6 micrograms.

Storage & Handling

Regular atmosphere storage with high humidity and controlled temperature to prevent spoilage

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 32-40°F (0-4°C)
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Cartons or containers with good ventilation
Shelf Life: 6-9 months
Storage Notes: Jonagold apples are more susceptible to storage scald, so monitoring storage conditions and using ethylene absorption materials is recommended.

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4147JonagoldMalus domesticaLargeFruitsApplesApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
apples
Variety:
Jonagold
Created:
December 1999
Last Updated:
December 2023
PLU Code Reference

4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce

5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce

5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)


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