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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Mustard Microgreens |
| Scientific name | Brassica juncea |
| Family / Genus | Brassicaceae / — |
| Produce category | Sprout / Microgreen |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_998 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 25.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Garnet Giant | 20% | Deep reddish-purple leaves with green stems, offering a robust, spicy mustard flavor. Known for fast growth and striking visual appeal. |
| Red Giant | 18% | Large, broad reddish-purple leaves with a strong, pungent mustard flavor. Very vigorous and popular for its color and heat. |
| Green Wave | 15% | Bright green, heavily frilled leaves with a very strong, peppery mustard kick. A classic green mustard microgreen known for its intense flavor. |
| Southern Giant Curled | 12% | Large, heavily curled green leaves with a traditional, robust spicy mustard flavor. A reliable and high-yielding variety. |
| Osaka Purple | 10% | Attractive dark purple-red leaves with contrasting green stems. Offers a milder mustard flavor compared to other red varieties, with good visual appeal. |
| Ruby Streaks | 8% | Deeply serrated, reddish-purple leaves with a delicate texture and a mild, slightly sweet mustard flavor. Valued for its unique leaf shape and color. |
| Dragon Tongue | 5% | Green leaves with distinctive red veins, providing a moderately spicy and earthy mustard flavor. Offers good visual contrast. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 30.2°F.
- Freezing point: 30.2°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.5 µL/kg·hr typical (0.1–1) |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Store away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables to prevent premature senescence.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, low ethylene producers. Avoid mixing with high ethylene producers.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? Yes
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Strong growth, driven by culinary trends, health consciousness, and increasing availability in specialty markets and foodservice.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -1.2 |
| Income elasticity | 1.5 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.7 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Red Giant | 40% |
| Garnet Giant | 30% |
| Green Wave | 20% |
| Other Varieties | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 1 oz
- 2 oz
- 4 oz
- 1 lb (bulk tray)
- 5 lb (bulk tray)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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