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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Clover Sprouts |
| Scientific name | Trifolium repens |
| Family / Genus | Fabaceae / — |
| Produce category | Sprout / Microgreen |
| Produce subcategory | Sprout |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_1787 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 1.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| White Clover | 5% | Derived from Trifolium repens. Produces small, delicate sprouts with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Less common in the commercial sprout market compared to red clover, but offers a similar nutritional |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 32°F.
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Clover sprouts are non-climacteric and produce very little ethylene. They are generally not highly sensitive, but prolonged exposure to ethylene can accelerate senescence and yellowing.
Mixed-load compatibility
Compatible with most non-odor-producing, ethylene-insensitive commodities.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? Yes
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Steady growth driven by health and wellness trends, with occasional fluctuations due to food safety concerns. Clover sprouts maintain a consistent niche.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -1.2 |
| Income elasticity | 0.8 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.5 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Alfalfa Sprouts | 35% |
| Broccoli Sprouts | 25% |
| Mung Bean Sprouts | 15% |
| Clover Sprouts | 10% |
| Radish Sprouts | 5% |
| Other Mixed Sprouts | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 4 oz
- 5 oz
- 1 lb (foodservice)
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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