Organic
Gala Apple
"A sweet and crunchy apple variety loved by many."
Sweet and crunchy with hints of vanilla, the Gala apple is a popular variety known for its vibrant yellow and red striped skin.
Also known as
Royal Gala, Kids' Gala
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94132
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
New Zealand
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Gala Apple
Originating from New Zealand, the Gala apple is a cross between the Kidd's Orange Red and Golden Delicious varieties.
Nutrition Information
One medium-sized Gala apple, approximately 150 grams, contains:
Energy 51 kcal
Carbohydrates 13.6 grams
Fiber 2.4 grams
Sugar 9.5 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 154 milligrams
Folate 3 micrograms
Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams
Vitamin A 54 IU
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Gala apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or containers to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Gala loses flavor during storage. 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: Gala apples (air storage).
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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