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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Apricot |
| Scientific name | Prunus armeniaca |
| Family / Genus | Rosaceae / — |
| Produce category | Stone Fruit |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 3020 |
| PLU — organic | 93020 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_534 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 20.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Patterson | 30% | Dominant processing variety in California (canning, drying). Large, firm, good color, moderately juicy, good flavor when ripe. Mid-season harvest. |
| Blenheim (Royal) | 20% | Classic California variety, renowned for intense, sweet-tart flavor and aroma. Excellent for fresh eating, drying, and preserves. Fruit is medium-sized, orange, and very soft when ripe. Early to mid-s |
| Tilton | 15% | Versatile variety, good for fresh market, canning, and drying. Medium to large fruit, firm flesh, good flavor. Mid-season harvest. Good producer. |
| Goldrich | 10% | Popular fresh market variety. Very large, firm, attractive orange fruit with good flavor. Good for shipping. Early to mid-season. |
| Katy | 8% | Early season variety, large fruit with good flavor and firm texture. Good for fresh eating and processing. Attractive orange color. |
| Perfection | 7% | Large, firm, attractive fruit with good flavor. Good for fresh market and canning. Mid-season harvest. |
| Castleton | 5% | Newer variety, gaining popularity for its excellent flavor, good size, and firm texture. Good for fresh market. Mid-season. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 36°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | moderate |
| Production rate (20°C) | 5 uL/kg*h typical (1–10) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Apricots are climacteric and produce moderate levels of ethylene. They are highly sensitive to ethylene, which can accelerate ripening and reduce shelf life. Keep separate from ethylene-sensitive produce.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene producers, sensitive to ethylene. Should not be stored with ethylene-sensitive commodities.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable, niche market with slight growth in specialty and organic segments.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -1 |
| Income elasticity | 0.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Patterson | 40% |
| Blenheim (Royal) | 25% |
| Tilton | 15% |
| Goldrich | 10% |
| Other | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 1-lb clamshell
- 24-lb carton
- 28-lb carton
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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