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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Apricot |
| Scientific name | Prunus armeniaca |
| Family / Genus | Rosaceae / Prunus |
| Produce category | Stone Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Drupe |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 3437 |
| PLU — organic | 93437 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_535 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity (starter profile). External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 3.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Blenheim | 15% | Heirloom California variety; aromatic, low-acid; freestone. |
| Patterson | 25% | Modern shipping cultivar; firm flesh; high yields. |
| Tilton | 10% | Classic California canning cultivar. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries (starter profile).
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 36°F.
- Freezing point: 30.1°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | medium |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Highly perishable when ripe; ripen at 65-75°F, then refrigerate.
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest (starter profile).
Market Intelligence
Pack sizes
- 12/2 lb basket
- 24 lb lug
- 10 lb tray
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence (starter profile).
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