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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Radicchio |
| Scientific name | Cichorium intybus |
| Family / Genus | Asteraceae / Cichorium |
| Produce category | Leafy Green |
| Produce subcategory | Bitter Green |
| FSMA 204 covered? | Yes |
| PLU — conventional | 4738 |
| PLU — organic | 94738 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_c32f344d |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 18.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chioggia | 48% | Round burgundy head with white ribs and the highest mainstream volume. |
| Treviso | 16% | Elongated spear shape with tighter ribs and stronger bitterness for grilling and chef use. |
| Castelfranco | 8% | Cream-and-red open head with softer bitterness and more fragile outer leaves. |
| Organic Chioggia | 16% | Premium retail head program with strong color but tighter cosmetic demands. |
| Baby Radicchio | 12% | Small tender heads or leaves sold for salad kits and chef garnish programs. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 30.8°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 2 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Mixed-load compatibility
leafy_greens_high_humidity
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? Yes
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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