Organic
Boskoop Apple
"Sweet, tangy, and uniquely shaped."
Boskoop Apples are a heritage variety of apple known for their sweet and slightly tangy flavor, tender texture, and unique elongated shape.
Also known as
Belle de Boskoop, Boskoop, Baskoop
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93291
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Europe, specifically the Netherlands and Belgium
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Boskoop Apple
Boskoop Apples are suitable for both fresh consumption and cooking, making them a versatile choice for apple enthusiasts.
Nutrition Information
Boskoop apples are a nutrient-rich fruit, with one medium-sized apple weighing approximately 130 grams, providing the following nutritional values:
Energy 239 kilojoules,
Carbohydrates 24 grams,
Fiber 4 grams,
Sugar 9 grams,
Protein 0.3 grams,
Fat 0.2 grams,
Vitamin C 6 milligrams,
Vitamin K 4 micrograms,
Potassium 154 milligrams,
Magnesium 5 milligrams,
Folate 6 micrograms.
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 boxes or crates, wrapped to prevent moisture loss
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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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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