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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Crenshaw Melon |
| Scientific name | Cucumis melo var. inodorus |
| Family / Genus | Cucurbitaceae / — |
| Produce category | Melon |
| Produce subcategory | Winter Melon |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4343 |
| PLU — organic | 94343 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1993 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 12.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crenshaw Melon (Standard Commercial) | 50% | The classic large, oval melon with a pointed stem end. Features a smooth to slightly wrinkled yellow-orange rind with green mottling when ripe. The flesh is salmon-pink, exceptionally sweet, juicy, an |
| Early Crenshaw F1 | 15% | Bred for earlier maturity, allowing for extended growing seasons or quicker market entry. Typically produces slightly smaller fruit than the standard type but maintains good flavor and aroma. Importan |
| Compact Crenshaw F1 | 10% | Developed for smaller fruit size, typically weighing 3-5 lbs (1.4-2.3 kg), to cater to single-serve or smaller family markets. Retains the classic Crenshaw flavor and appearance in a more manageable s |
| Disease-Resistant Crenshaw F1 | 10% | Focuses on improved resistance to common melon diseases such as powdery mildew and fusarium wilt, leading to more reliable yields and reduced pesticide use. Fruit quality is comparable to the standard |
| High-Brix Crenshaw F1 | 8% | Specifically bred for higher sugar content (Brix levels), offering an intensely sweet flavor profile. The flesh may be slightly softer due to increased sugar, enhancing the eating experience. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 3 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | moderate |
| Production rate (20°C) | 10 µL/kg·hr typical (5–15) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Store separately from ethylene-sensitive commodities.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene producers, chilling sensitive
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable to slightly increasing, driven by consumer interest in unique and flavorful produce.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.9 |
| Income elasticity | 0.8 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.8 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Crenshaw | 0.5% |
| Other Specialty Melons | 4.5% |
| Cantaloupe | 60% |
| Honeydew | 35% |
Pack sizes
- 4-count carton
- 5-count carton
- 6-count carton
- 30-40 lb cartons
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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