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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Green Leaf Lettuce |
| Scientific name | Lactuca sativa |
| Family / Genus | Asteraceae / — |
| Produce category | Leafy Green |
| Produce subcategory | Leaf Lettuce |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4075 |
| PLU — organic | 94075 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_4280 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 75.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 20% | Widely adapted, excellent disease resistance (esp. downy mildew), slow to bolt, good heat tolerance, uniform growth, good for shipping. |
| Green Towers | 16% | Upright growth habit, good for processing and fresh market, strong disease resistance, slow to bolt, good uniformity. |
| Tropicana | 13% | Excellent heat tolerance, very slow to bolt, vibrant green color, good for warm climates and extended harvest windows. |
| Rex | 9% | Known for hydroponic suitability, uniform growth, good disease resistance, crisp texture, consistent quality. |
| Grand Rapids | 8% | Classic variety, widely grown, crinkled leaves, good bolt resistance, suitable for field and hydroponic production. |
| Two Star | 7% | Reliable performance, good disease resistance, uniform growth, attractive green color, good for various growing conditions. |
| Black Seeded Simpson | 4% | Fast-growing, heat tolerant, light green crinkled leaves, mild flavor, popular for home gardens and specialty markets. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 31.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 5 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 uL/kg-hr typical (0–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Keep away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, high water content. Do not store with high ethylene producers.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable to slightly increasing, driven by health-conscious consumers and salad consumption trends. Popular in foodservice and retail.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.6 |
| Income elasticity | 0.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.2 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Green Leaf Lettuce | 15% |
| Romaine Lettuce | 35% |
| Iceberg Lettuce | 35% |
| Red Leaf Lettuce | 5% |
| Butter Lettuce | 5% |
| Other Specialty Leaf | 5% |
Pack sizes
- 24 count (standard)
- 12 count (for larger heads or specialty)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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