Organic
Spartan Apple
"A sweet and crunchy apple variety perfect for snacking and cooking."
Spartan Apple is a cross between the McIntosh and Newton Pippin apple varieties, known for its sweet flavor, crisp texture, and long shelf life.
Also known as
Spartan, Spartan Winter Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94178
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
British Columbia, Canada
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Spartan Apple
Spartan Apples are slow to brown when cut, making them ideal for salads and fruit arrangements. They are available from October to May and are widely cultivated in British Columbia, Canada.
Nutrition Information
Spartan apples are a nutrient-rich fruit. The nutrition facts for a 100-gram serving of Spartan apple include approximately 52 kilocalories of energy, 0.3 grams of protein, 13.8 grams of carbohydrates, 2.4 grams of dietary fiber, and 0.2 grams of fat.
Spartan apples contain various essential vitamins and minerals such as 4.6 milligrams of vitamin C, 3 micrograms of vitamin K, 55 milligrams of potassium, 0.03 milligrams of copper, and 0.07 milligrams of manganese. They are also an excellent source of antioxidants.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Spartan 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 bags to maintain airflow
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Storage Notes: Spartan can be susceptible to high carbon dioxide and to skin shrivel. 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: Spartan 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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