Organic
Turnip
"Adding crunch and flavor to salads and soups"
A root vegetable with a sweet and slightly peppery flavor, often eaten raw or cooked as a flavorful addition to various dishes.
Also known as
Nabuco, Coleraiba, Rutabaga
Botanical name
Brassica rapa
Product Details
PLU Code
94811
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Turnip › All Sizes
Origin
Originating in Europe and Asia, Turnips have been a staple in many cuisines for centuries, becoming widely cultivated in the United States during the 18th century.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Status
Approved
About Turnip
Turnips are a cool-season crop that belong to the Brassica family. They come in different varieties, but the Purple Top variety is known for its vibrant purple skin and white flesh.
Nutrition Information
Turnip is low in calories, with approximately 28 calories per 100 grams. It is a rich source of fiber and contains various essential vitamins and minerals. A 100-gram serving of turnip provides about 2.3 grams of dietary fiber, 0.7 grams of protein and 0.2 grams of fat. It is also an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium, and manganese, and a good source of folate, magnesium, and copper. Turnip also contains a group of compounds called glucosinolates which have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for turnip roots (topped, short-trimmed or bunched). 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
Breathable bags or bins to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Storage Notes: Turnips can suffer freezing damage at the storage temperature, while warmer storage or low humidity speeds shriveling, weight loss and soft rot. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 590-591.
Applies to: turnip roots (topped, short-trimmed or bunched).
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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