Organic
Black Fig
"Nature's sweet, nutritious indulgence"
A dark-skinned, sweet and succulent fruit, Black Fig is a summer delight with numerous health benefits.
Also known as
Black Mission Fig, Noir de Caromb, Kalamon Fig
Botanical name
Ficus carica
Product Details
PLU Code
94266
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Figs › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Western Asia, now grown worldwide in warm climates.
Temperature
-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Black Fig
The fruit has a soft, jam-like interior and crunchy seeds; a versatile ingredient in baking, savory dishes, and dried as a healthy snack.
Nutrition Information
Black figs are a nutrient-rich fruit, here are the key nutrition facts per 100 grams of fresh black figs.
Energy 74 kcal, Carbohydrates 19.2 grams, Fiber 2.9 grams, Sugars 16.3 grams, Protein 0.8 grams, Fat 0.3 grams.
They are a good source of minerals like potassium 232 milligrams, magnesium 17 milligrams, manganese 0.3 milligrams, copper 0.1 milligrams, and iron 0.3 milligrams.
Black figs also contain vitamins such as vitamin C 2 milligrams, vitamin K 15 micrograms, folate 10 micrograms, and vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh figs (e.g. 'Black Mission', 'Calimyrna'). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or crates to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Storage Notes: Ripe fresh figs are soft, bruise easily and are highly perishable, so they need prompt forced-air cooling and an unbroken cold chain to limit decay. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 330-332.
Applies to: fresh figs (e.g. 'Black Mission', 'Calimyrna').
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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