Organic
Cantaloupe/Muskmelon
"Nature's sweet refreshing delight"
Sweet and refreshing, Cantaloupes/Muskmelons are a popular summer treat, offering a netted rind and juicy orange flesh, rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Also known as
Rockmelon, Honeydew
Botanical name
Cucumis melo
Product Details
PLU Code
94319
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Melon › Large
Origin
Central Asia, now cultivated worldwide
Temperature
2 to 7°C (36 to 45°F)
Shelf Life
10-14 days
Status
Approved
About Cantaloupe/Muskmelon
High water content, prefers well-drained, warm climate and full sun for growth. Prone to mold and bacterial infections if not stored properly.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Cantaloupe/Muskmelon are as follows:
per 100 grams serving of Cantaloupe/Muskmelon contains 34 kilocalories, 8 grams carbohydrates, 0.9 grams proteins, 0.2 grams fat, 0.9 grams dietary fiber, and 0.9 grams sugars.
Cantaloupe is rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C, folate, potassium, and vitamin A, beta-carotene.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for netted melons (cantaloupe, muskmelon), general. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
2 to 7°C (36 to 45°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Breathable packaging to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
10-14 days
Storage Notes: Postharvest ethylene exposure shortens shelf-life and should be avoided, and melons are easily injured, so they must not be dropped and equipment should be padded. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 423-426.
Applies to: netted melons (cantaloupe, muskmelon), general.
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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