Brown Fig
"Nature's sweet delight."
Sweet and succulent, Brown Figs are a nutrient-rich fruit packed with antioxidants and fiber.
Also known as
Kadota figs, Brown Turkey figs
Botanical name
Ficus carica
Product Details
PLU Code
4267
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Figs › All Sizes
Origin
Middle East and Mediterranean regions.
Temperature
-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Brown Fig
They are often eaten fresh, used in baking, and paired with cheese for a sweet and savory combination.
Nutrition Information
Brown fig is a nutrient-rich fruit, per 100 grams serving. It has approximately 74 kcal of energy, 0.7 gram protein, 0.3 grams of fat, and 19.2 grams of carbohydrates. In terms of fiber content, brown figs contain around 2.9 grams of dietary fiber. The vitamins present include vitamin C at 2 milligrams, vitamin K at 4.7 micrograms, and folic acid at 93 micrograms. Key minerals include potassium at 680 milligrams, copper at 0.285 milligrams, and manganese at 0.127 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh figs (e.g. 'Black Mission', 'Calimyrna'). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable packaging or perforated bags
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Storage Notes: Ripe fresh figs are soft, bruise easily and are highly perishable, so they need prompt forced-air cooling and an unbroken cold chain to limit decay. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 330-332.
Applies to: fresh figs (e.g. 'Black Mission', 'Calimyrna').
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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