4619 Turnip
Turnips are a crunchy, sweet and peppery root vegetable that belongs to the Brassica family.
Also known as: Turnip, Rutabaga, Navette, Shogoin turnip
Botanical name: Brassica rapa
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4619 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Greens › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Europe and Asia over 2000 years ago.
Storage Temperature
0.5-1°C (33-34°F)
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Status
Approved
About Turnip
Turnips can be eaten raw or cooked, and their leaves can be used in salads or sautéed like kale. They are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
Nutrition Information
Here are the nutrition facts for Turnip:
Name Turnip is a low-calorie root vegetable with a nutrient-dense profile.
A 100g serving of turnip contains approximately 17 calories.
Turnip is rich in vitamin C with about 22 milligrams in every 100 grams and has a significant amount of potassium with about 244 milligrams in every 100 grams.
It has 36 grams of water, 3.9 grams of carbohydrates and 0.9 gram of fibers.
Turnip provides 1.2 grams of protein, and 0.2 grams of fat.
In terms of vitamins, turnip also contains vitamin A, vitamin B6, and folate.
Storage & Handling
Cool and moist storage conditions to maintain freshness and prevent root rot
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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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)
PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).