Compatibility & Temperature

Group 1 - 32 to 36o F (0 to 2o C); 90 to 95% humidity; do not ship with tomatoes, green beans, citrus or tropical fruits; precool for best results and do not load in the back or against trailer walls.

Ice contact not recommended; freezing injuries include dull, watery, and translucent appearance. Note temperature if these symptoms appear, as these injuries can be from other causes as well; remove pallet covers for storage, best at 32 to 36o F.

Good Arrival Guidelines

Good Arrival Guidelines in the United States permit

15% total average defects

8% serious and

3% decay upon arrival at contract destina-

tion after five-days in transit

 

Good Arrival Guidelines in Canada permit

15% total defects allowed by grade,

10% total permanent defects,

5% maximum for any single permanent

grade,

10% maximum condition defect and

3% maximum decay

 

Recommended transit temperature is 32o F.

Quality Indices

Maturity or firmness Color

Color

Shape

Calyx

 

Condition Defects

1) Bruising

2) Softness

3) Mold

4) Mildew

5) Rot

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup of halves

 

Amount Per Serving

Calories from Fat 4Calories 49

 

% Daily Values*

Total Fat 0.46g  1%

   Saturated Fat 0.023g 0%

   Polyunsaturated Fat 0.236g

   Monounsaturated Fat 0.065g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 2mg 0%

Potassium 233mg

Total Carbohydrate 11.67g 4%

   Dietary Fiber 3g 12%

   Sugars 7.08g

Protein 1.02g

 

Vitamin A 0%  Vitamin C 149%

Calcium 2%  Iron 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

 

Nutrition Values are based on USDA Nutrient Database SR18