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Lochbuie Apple
"Sweet New Zealand apples for a crunchy delight."
A sweet and crunchy apple variety, the Lochbuie Apple is a New Zealand native known for its tartness and long storage life.
Also known as
Lochbuie, NZ Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93007
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All Sizes
Origin
New Zealand
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Lochbuie Apple
Malus domestica is its botanical name, this apple variety has a red-skinned appearance and taste that is sweet with hints of acidity.
Nutrition Information
The Lochbuie Apple is a medium-sized fruit with a sweet flavor and crisp texture. Here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams serving:
Energy is approximately 52 kilocalories
Protein content is about 0.3 grams
Fat content is negligible
Carbohydrates are approximately 13.8 grams
Dietary fibers are about 2.4 grams
Sugars are approximately 9.5 grams
Sodium content is negligible
The Lochbuie Apple is a good source of vitamin C with approximately 6.3 milligrams per 100 grams
It is also a good source of potassium with approximately 107 milligrams per 100 grams
Folate content is about 3 micrograms
Other essential vitamins and minerals present in the fruit include vitamin K, magnesium, and manganese
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated or perforated boxes, bags or bins, to maintain air circulation and prevent moisture accumulation.
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
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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