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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Bell Pepper |
| Scientific name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family / Genus | Solanaceae / Capsicum |
| Produce category | Nightshade |
| Produce subcategory | Pepper |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4065 |
| PLU — organic | 94065 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1277 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 250.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| California Wonder | 18.5% | Large blocky fruits, thick walls (6-8mm), classic bell shape, matures green to red, 75 days maturity, excellent disease resistance, standard market variety |
| King Arthur | 15.2% | Extra-large blocky fruits (4-lobed), thick walls (8-10mm), uniform green to red maturation, 70 days, excellent shipping quality, TMV resistant |
| Aristotle | 12.8% | Large blocky green bell, very thick walls (9-11mm), excellent firmness, 72 days, popular greenhouse variety, extended shelf life |
| Revolution | 9.3% | Medium-large blocky fruits, matures green to yellow, 68 days, high yield, disease resistant (TMV, Xcv races 1-3), good post-harvest quality |
| Orange Blaze | 8.7% | Large blocky fruits, matures green to bright orange, 72 days, thick walls, very sweet flavor, premium market segment |
| Red Knight | 8.1% | Large blocky fruits, matures green to deep red, 73 days, bacterial leaf spot resistant, consistent production, commercial standard |
| Paladin | 7.4% | Extra-large blocky fruits, matures green to red, 75 days, very thick walls (10mm+), excellent for stuffing, superior firmness |
| Intruder | 6.2% | Large elongated blocky fruits, matures green to red, 70 days, high yield, bacterial spot resistant (races 1-3), adaptable |
| Flavorburst | 5.9% | Medium-large fruits, matures green to golden yellow, 68 days, exceptionally sweet (high Brix), gourmet market variety |
| Purple Beauty | 4.8% | Medium blocky fruits, deep purple color, 70 days, specialty market variety, turns red when fully ripe, thick walls |
| Vanguard | 4.3% | Large blocky green fruits, 70 days, cold-tolerant, multiple disease resistance (TMV, Xcv), consistent sizing for processing |
| Lilac Bell | 3.1% | Medium fruits, lavender to ivory color, 65 days, early maturity, specialty market, sweet mild flavor, thin-medium walls |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 30.7°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.2 μL/kg·h typical (0.1–0.4) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 10 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Bell peppers produce minimal ethylene and show low sensitivity. Can be stored near moderate ethylene producers without major issues, but avoid high producers like apples for extended periods.
Mixed-load compatibility
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Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Steady growth at 2-3% annually driven by increased consumption of fresh vegetables, ethnic cuisine popularity (fajitas, stir-fry), and health consciousness. Red/orange/yellow varieties gaining share as consumers associate color with nutrition and sweetness.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.62 |
| Income elasticity | 0.35 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.48 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Green | 45% |
| Red | 30% |
| Yellow | 15% |
| Orange | 8% |
| Specialty (Purple, Chocolate, White) | 2% |
Pack sizes
- 11 lb carton (25 count)
- 15 lb carton (medium to large sizes)
- 25 lb bushel carton
- 10 lb carton (greenhouse)
- 20 lb carton (extra large)
- 5 lb retail bags
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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