Vidalia Onion
"America's favorite sweet onion"
Sweet, juicy and mild Vidalia Onions are the pride of Georgia, USA. Prized for their unique sweetness and crunchy texture, they add a depth of flavor to any dish.
Also known as
Yankee Onions, Georgia Sweet Onions
Botanical name
Allium
Product Details
PLU Code
4159
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
Onions › All Sizes
Origin
Georgia, USA
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
1-3 months
Status
Approved
About Vidalia Onion
Vidalia Onions are protected as a GI (Geographical Indication) within the United States and the EU under this name only, which can be grown only within the designated 20 counties in Georgia.
Nutrition Information
Vidalia Onion nutrition facts per 100g serving: energy 40 kcal, carbohydrates 9.5g, fiber 2.4g, sugar 4.9g, protein 0.9g, fat 0.1g, sodium 1mg, potassium 144mg. Vidalia onions are rich in vitamin K and contain several B vitamins including folate and thiamin.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for mild or sweet dry bulb onions. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
65-75%
Packaging
Bags, bins or crates, covered with a breathable material (e.g., paper bags, net bags, or slatted crates)
Shelf Life
1-3 months
Storage Notes: Mild and sweet onions keep for a much shorter time than pungent onions, even in optimal cold storage. Highest freezing point: -0.8°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 436-440.
Applies to: mild or sweet dry bulb onions.
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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