Organic
Minnewashta Apple
"Experience the sweetness of the North"
A sweet and crunchy heritage apple variety originating from Canada, known for its tender flesh and hint of berry flavors.
Also known as
Zestar
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93625
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All Sizes
Origin
Canada
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Minnewashta Apple
The Minnewashta apple is a cross between the Antonovka and McIntosh apple varieties. It is widely cultivated in the United States and Canada.
Nutrition Information
The Minnewashta Apple is a variety of Malus domestica. Here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of edible portion:
Energy is 52 kcal.
Carbohydrates are 13.8 grams, fiber is 2.4 grams and sugars are 9.5 grams.
Protein is 0.3 grams and fat is 0.2 grams.
Minnewashta Apple is rich in Potassium with 107 milligrams per 100 grams, also has Phosphorus with 11 milligrams, Magnesium with 5 milligrams, Calcium with 4 milligrams, Sodium 1 milligram and also has traces of Iron and Zinc.
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 crates 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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