Organic
Medjool Dates
"Nature's Candy"
Medjool dates are a premium variety of dates known for their sweet and succulent flavor, rich texture, and large size. They have a soft and velvety skin, and their sweet flavor profile makes them a popular choice for snacking and baking.
Also known as
Medjool Palm Date, Majhoul Date
Botanical name
Phoenix dactylifera
Product Details
PLU Code
93047
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Dates › All Sizes
Origin
Morocco and the United States (primarily in Arizona)
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
up to 1 year
Status
Approved
About Medjool Dates
Medjool dates are packed with nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They are also known for their long shelf life and can be stored for months when refrigerated.
Nutrition Information
Medjool dates are a nutrient-rich fruit with the following nutrition facts per 100 grams. They contain approximately 277 calories, 75 grams of carbohydrates, 0.6 grams of fat, 2.5 grams of protein, and 8.6 grams of dietary fiber. They are also a good source of potassium with about 656 milligrams, magnesium with 58 milligrams, and copper with 0.4 milligrams per 100 grams serving.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for ripe (rutab or tamr stage) soft and semidry dates; HB66 gives the same 0 °C life for partially dried dates. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
70-75%
Packaging
Breathable bags, boxes or bins with a layer of paper or cloth for moisture control
Shelf Life
up to 1 year
Storage Notes: Spoilage, darkening and sugar spotting increase with moisture content and temperature, so keep dates cold and fairly dry; some varieties develop sugar spots or crystals in cold storage. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 311-314.
Applies to: ripe (rutab or tamr stage) soft and semidry dates; HB66 gives the same 0 °C life for partially dried dates.
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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