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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Broccoli Rabe |
| Scientific name | Brassica rapa var. ruvo |
| Family / Genus | Brassicaceae / — |
| Produce category | Cruciferous |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4501 |
| PLU — organic | 94501 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1012 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 25.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zamboni | 28% | A leading commercial hybrid known for its vigorous, uniform growth, excellent bolt resistance, and high yield. Suitable for both spring and fall plantings, offering consistent quality. |
| Super Rapini | 18% | An early-maturing, vigorous hybrid with good uniformity and a reputation for less bitterness. It’s well-suited for multiple cuttings and provides reliable yields. |
| Sessantina (Sixty Day) | 17% | A traditional Italian open-pollinated cultivar that matures in approximately 60 days. Valued for its classic flavor and reliability, it remains a popular choice for both commercial and home growers. |
| Sorrento | 12% | This hybrid offers good vigor and uniformity, making it a strong performer for both spring and fall growing seasons. It’s appreciated for its consistent yield and quality. |
| Spring Raab (Early Spring) | 10% | A fast-growing, open-pollinated cultivar ideal for early spring harvests. It provides a quick turnaround, allowing growers to get an early start on the season. |
| Novantina (Ninety Day) | 7% | A later-maturing open-pollinated cultivar, taking approximately 90 days to reach harvest. It produces robust plants and is particularly well-suited for fall cultivation. |
| Quarantina (Forty Day) | 5% | A very fast-maturing open-pollinated cultivar, ready in about 40 days. It produces smaller plants and is excellent for quick succession plantings or when a rapid crop is desired. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Freezing point: 31.1°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | ? µL/kg·h typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Keep separate from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, should not be stored with strong ethylene producers.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Steady, niche market with growing interest in ethnic and healthy cuisine.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.6 |
Pack sizes
- 20 lb cartons
- 25 lb cartons
- 12 ct bunches
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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