4892 Dill

"The delicate delight of herbs"

Fresh, delicate, and aromatic baby dill, a popular herb used to add flavor and fragrance to various dishes

Also known as: Dill weed, Anethum

Botanical name: Anethum graveolens

Dill illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4892 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

HerbsDillAll Sizes

Origin

Native to the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe, with major producers including the Netherlands, the United States, and Israel

Storage Temperature

32°F - 35°F (0°C - 1.7°C)

Shelf Life

7-10 days

Status

Approved

About Dill

Used in pickling, salads, sauces, and as a garnish, baby dill is prized for its tender stems and leaves, requiring precise temperature and humidity control during storage and transportation to maintain its freshness

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for 100 grams of baby dill are:

Energy 157 kcal,

Carbohydrates 3.46g,

Fiber 2.1g,

Protein 3.46g,

Fat 0.92g,

Sodium 44mg,

Potassium 738mg,

Vitamin A 7713 IU or 154% of the Daily Value,

Vitamin C 33mg or 55% of the Daily Value,

Vitamin K 177 ug or 221% of the Daily Value,

Folate 158 ug or 39% of the Daily Value,

Iron 0.51mg or 4% of the Daily Value.

Storage & Handling

Store in a cool, humid environment to maintain freshness

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 32°F - 35°F (0°C - 1.7°C)
Humidity: 95-100%
Packaging: Breathable packaging or wrapped in plastic or paper bags
Shelf Life: 7-10 days
Storage Notes: Ethylene production is low, but dill is sensitive to ethylene exposure

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4892DillAnethum graveolensAll SizesHerbsDillApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
dill
Variety:
Baby
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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