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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Red Plum |
| Scientific name | Prunus salicina |
| Family / Genus | Rosaceae / — |
| Produce category | Stone Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Plum |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4042 |
| PLU — organic | 94042 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_5990 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 50.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa | 20% | Iconic Japanese plum. Medium to large, round to heart-shaped. Deep red-purple skin with a waxy bloom, amber-red juicy flesh. Distinct tart skin and sweet, aromatic flesh. Freestone. Early to mid-seaso |
| Black Amber | 15% | Large, round to slightly oval. Dark purplish-black skin, firm, amber-colored flesh. Very sweet with a mild flavor. Good for fresh eating and shipping. Mid-season. |
| Friar | 12% | Large, round. Dark purple to black skin, firm, golden-amber flesh. Very sweet, juicy, and flavorful. Late season. Excellent storage and shipping qualities. |
| Fortune | 10% | Large, oval. Bright red skin with yellow undertones, firm, yellow flesh. Sweet and juicy with a good balance of acidity. Mid-season. Good for fresh eating and shipping. |
| Angeleno | 8% | Medium to large, round. Dark purplish-black skin, firm, amber flesh. Very sweet and mild. Known for its excellent storage potential and late harvest, extending the plum season. |
| Red Beaut | 7% | Small to medium, round. Bright red skin, yellow flesh. Tart skin, sweet and juicy flesh. Very early season, one of the first plums available. Good for fresh eating. |
| Simka | 6% | Medium, round. Bright red skin, yellow flesh. Sweet and juicy. Early season, similar to Red Beaut but often slightly larger. Good for fresh eating. |
| Ozark Premier | 4% | Large, round. Bright red skin, golden-yellow flesh. Sweet, juicy, and flavorful. Good for fresh eating, canning, and preserves. Mid-season. Known for cold hardiness. |
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) | 3 µL/kg·h typical (1–5) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Ethylene exposure should be minimized to prevent premature ripening and softening. Store separately from high ethylene producers.
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, consistent seasonal demand
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.6 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Black Splendor | 15% |
| Fortune | 12% |
| Friar | 10% |
| Angeleno | 8% |
| Santa Rosa | 7% |
| Other Red Varieties | 48% |
Pack sizes
- 28 lb carton
- 16 oz clamshell
- 2 lb poly bag
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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