Melon
"A refreshing burst of flavor"
Juicy and sweet with a refreshing crunch, melons are a popular fruit snack enjoyed worldwide, suitable for eating fresh, adding to salads, and blending into smoothies.
Also known as
Galia, Cantaloupe, Honeydew
Botanical name
Cucumis melo
Product Details
PLU Code
4352
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Melon › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Africa and Asia, now cultivated in many countries with warm climates around the world.
Temperature
32°F to 50°F (0°C to 10°C)
Shelf Life
5-14 days
Status
Approved
About Melon
Cucumis melo is a widely cultivated fruit belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. They require proper storage conditions to maintain freshness, as they're sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations.
Nutrition Information
One hundred grams of melon provides about 34 kilocalories of energy, 0.9 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 8.1 grams of carbohydrates, 0.8 grams of dietary fiber, 14 milligrams of calcium, 1.3 milligrams of iron, 16 milligrams of magnesium, 25 milligrams of phosphorus, 170 milligrams of potassium, 1 milligram of zinc, 0.05 milligrams of copper and 9.8 milligrams of vitamin C
Storage & Handling
Maintain proper temperature and humidity levels to minimize moisture loss and ethylene production
Temperature
32°F to 50°F (0°C to 10°C)
Humidity
80-90%
Packaging
Maintain packaging integrity to minimize moisture loss; avoid wrapping to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
5-14 days
Storage Notes: Monitor temperature and quality, ethylene-sensitive; pre-cut melons are best kept refrigerated and consumed as soon as possible
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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