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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Sweet Mini Pepper |
| Scientific name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family / Genus | Solanaceae / — |
| Produce category | Nightshade |
| Produce subcategory | Pepper |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 3173 |
| PLU — organic | 93173 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_7480 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 40.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lunchbox Mix | 35% | A popular mix of small, blocky to conical peppers, typically red, orange, and yellow. Very sweet, crunchy, thin-skinned, and often nearly seedless. Ideal for snacking and salads. |
| Mini Bell Mix | 25% | Various F1 hybrids characterized by their miniature bell shape and vibrant colors (red, yellow, orange). Extremely sweet, crisp texture, and excellent for fresh eating. |
| Snackabelle | 10% | A branded line of mini bell peppers known for their consistent quality, sweetness, and crispness. Available in red, yellow, and orange, specifically bred for snacking. |
| Cupid | 7% | Small, conical red peppers with exceptional sweetness and an early maturity. Often grown for specialty markets and home gardens. |
| Sweetie Pie | 5% | Very small, roundish to blocky peppers, typically red, known for their intense sweetness and compact size, making them perfect for single-bite snacks. |
| Red Mini Bell | 5% | Specific F1 hybrids producing small, bell-shaped peppers that ripen to a vibrant red. Known for their sweet flavor and crunchy texture. |
| Yellow Mini Bell | 4% | Specific F1 hybrids yielding small, bell-shaped peppers that mature to a bright yellow. Offers a sweet, mild flavor and crisp bite. |
| Orange Mini Bell | 4% | Specific F1 hybrids producing small, bell-shaped peppers with a striking orange color. Features a very sweet taste and firm texture. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 30.6°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | ? µL/kg·h typical (?–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Sweet mini peppers are non-climacteric and produce very little ethylene. However, they are moderately sensitive to exogenous ethylene, which can cause yellowing and softening.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene sensitive; should not be stored with high ethylene producers.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Strong and growing, driven by convenience, snackability, and health trends. Popular in lunchboxes and as a fresh ingredient.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 0.6 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.4 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Mixed Colors (Red, Yellow, Orange) | 90% |
| Single Color Packs | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 1 lb bag
- 1.5 lb bag
- 2 lb bag
- 1 pint clamshell
- 2 lb clamshell
- 25 lb bulk case
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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