Organic
Midknight
"A sweet and tangy burst of citrus flavor."
Midknight is a variety of mandarin oranges known for its deep orange color and sweet-tart taste.
Also known as
Satsuma, Japanese mandarin
Botanical name
Citrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93156
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Oranges › Large
Origin
Originated in Japan, now widely cultivated in the US, China, and other parts of the world.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F) (Florida/Texas); 3 to 8°C (37 to 46°F) (California/Arizona)
Shelf Life
up to 12 weeks
Status
Approved
About Midknight
Rich in vitamin C, easy to peel, and seedless, making them a popular choice for snacking.
Nutrition Information
Midknight is a type of plum and the nutrition facts for 100 grams of Midknight plums are
Energy 44 kcal
Carbohydrates 11.4 grams
Fiber 1.4 grams
Sugar 8.6 grams
Protein 0.6 grams
Fat 0.3 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 157 milligrams
Vitamin A 345 IU
Vitamin K 6.4 micrograms
Folate 3.3 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for sweet oranges, general (storage temperature and RH depend on growing region; see variants). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F) (Florida/Texas); 3 to 8°C (37 to 46°F) (California/Arizona)
Humidity
85-90% (Florida/Texas); 90-95% (California/Arizona)
Packaging
Ventilated cardboard boxes or bins
Shelf Life
up to 12 weeks
Storage Notes: Postharvest decay is the main factor limiting orange shelf-life, so prompt cooling, gentle handling, sanitation and approved fungicides matter most. Highest freezing point: -1°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016). Growing region must be established before choosing between the listed temperature and humidity ranges.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 441-446.
Applies to: sweet oranges, general (storage temperature and RH depend on growing region; see variants).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
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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