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BONITA BANANAS
| Sourcing/Availability |
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- Ecuador
- Available in Port of Hueneme and Staten
Island
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| Ordering
Information |
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- 40lb. box; 48 boxes per pallet
- Available sizes and presentations:
- 3, 4 and 5 lb bags.
- Cluster Bags
- Snack Packs
- Single Fingers
- Banana nakeds
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| Storage/Handling
Tips |
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- Ideal storage temperature 56-58°F, 13-14°C
- Relative Humidity 90-95%
- Do not expose bananas to extreme temperature.
Bananas are very susceptible to chill injury
below 56°F.
- In temperatures above 60°F, remove box
lids and cross stack boxes no more than four
high to provide maximun ventilation.
- Display on padded shelves and avoid stacking
fruit.
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| Nutritional
Information |
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- One 4.5 ounce serving or one medium banana
contains approximately 120 calories. Bananas
are a source of vitamin C, with 15% of the
RDA. Low in fat, they provide 28 grams of
carbohydrates and are cholesterol and sodium
free.
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| Additional Facts |
- Per capita consumption in the U.S. is
almost 29 pounds per person.
- 58% of consumers report purchasing bananas
at the request of their children.
- When choosing bananas, appearance was
rated 4.7 on a 5-point scale.
- 63% of consumers report purchasing bananas
at least once per week.
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