Despite its name, the sweet potato is not related to the potato. Sweet Potatoes belong to the morning glory family, while potatoes are members of the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomatoes, red peppers and eggplant. Sweet potato are tuberous roots and potatoes are actually swollen stems. Despite a physical similarity, sweet potatoes and yams are not related either. However, most yams marketed in the United States are actually sweet potato, with a relatively moist texture and orange flesh. Widely established throughout the world, the sweet potato is a favorite staple of many cultures and is an ingredient in many ethnic cuisines. Sweet potato has become more popular in the U.S. in recent years with consumption increasing nearly 42 percent between 2000 and 2016, reaching 7.2 pounds per capita. Growing consumer demand for sweet potato may be due to the promotion of the tuberâ??s health benefits. To find out more about our Sweet Potato please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Thai Eggplant, produces round eggplants of 2" in diameter with green stripes on the skin. The tomato-like eggplants are very popular in Thailand and Vietnam. They are used extensively in many Asian foods and have appeared in many Oriental supermarkets on the West Coast. 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Ginger : 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Lemon : 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Lime : 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Broccoli is an edible green plant in the cabbage family whose large flowering head is eaten as a vegetable. The word broccoli comes from the Italian plural of broccolo, which means "the flowering crest of a cabbage", and is the diminutive form of brocco, meaning "small nail" or "sprout". Broccoli belongs to the mustard family and tastes like the cabbage. The edible portion of broccoli is the green colored flower head and the stalks. There are many variants of broccoli found in the market and cultivated by farmers. It is very popular in salads and soups. These days, the broccoli has become a very healthy option for people. Broccoli is usually grown in places with cooler climates. The different varieties of broccoli have made it easier for farmers to grow the vegetable in varied areas and climatic conditions. Our Broccoli is sourced from growers in China, Egypt, Italy and Poland. To find out more about our Fresh Broccoli please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Cauliflower belongs to the same plant family as cabbage, broccoli, kale, bok choy and Brussels sprouts. Cauliflower is a highly nutritious vegetable, ranking among the top 10 foods in regards to ANDI score (Aggregate Nutrient Density Index), which measures vitamin, mineral and phytonutrient content in relation to caloric content. It is low in calories and an excellent source of vitamin C and fiber, as well as provides two core conventional antioxidants. Cauliflower is a cool-season crop requiring more exacting temperature for quality production than its relatives. The optimal temperature range for cauliflower is between 18° C and 20° C. It is extremely sensitive to unfavorable conditions, such as unusually hot weather, drought or too low temperature, which often result in the formation of premature heads or curds. Our Cauliflower is sourced from growers in Thailand, China, India, Egypt and Spain. To find out more about our Cauliflower please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Chinese Broccoli : 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Our Ginger has a unique strong Taste and Aroma. Different maturity is used for different purposes; young ginger is commonly pickled as side dishes while matured one is used for cooking. Our ginger is grown in highland areas with suited weather condition to ensure less fiber and strong aroma. Our Fresh Ginger is supplied from farms/suppliers in Thailand, Vietnam, India, China and Nepal. To find out more about our Fresh Ginger please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Pumpkin belongs to the Cucurbita genus, along with cucumbers, melons, and squash. However, the term â??pumpkinâ?? refers to members of four different species, C. moschata, C. mixta, C. pep, and C. maxima. Pumpkins range in size from less than 0.5 kg to more than 450 kg. Miniature-sized pumpkins weigh less than 0.5 kg, are marketed fresh and typically used for decorative purposes. Pumpkin is a nutrient-dense crop; a cup of cooked pumpkin provides more than 200 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A, 20 percent of the recommended vitamin C and more potassium than a banana. Our Fresh Pumpkin is sourced from growers in China, India, Italy and Mexico. To find out more about our Fresh Pumpkin please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Fresh Red Onion is a vegetable which is almost like a staple of the vegetable category. Fresh Onion is also known to be one of the essential ingredients of raw salads. Our fresh onion come in 3 different colors, white, red and yellow. Red Onion emits a sharp flavour and fragrance due to the sulphur compound in the vegetable however, can taste quite sweet once fried our cooked for a short time. To find out more about our Red Onion please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Spring Onion has a dark green hollow-tubed leaves and a white bulb. They are a versatile vegetable that is popular in Asian cuisines. An excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fibre, this vegetable is available year-round in Thailand. Spring onions belong to the same family of vegetables as garlic, leeks and chives. The Straightleaf is the main variety of spring onion found in supermarkets and fresh food markets. Other selections of this variety include the Dynasty Winter King and Summer King.
It is believed Coconut originated in the Pacific Islands, however, today its grown in all tropical countries. 7 of the top 10 coconut producing countries are located in the region of Southeast Asia.. The coconut, as we know it, arrives without the outer covers, which are removed at the origin. Thus the coconuts, which are commercialized, arrive with only the "central bone". The taste of the pulp is reminiscent of the nut, while coconut milk has a bittersweet flavor. There are different types of coconut trees, Giants, Dwarves and Hybrids. The composition of the coconut varies as it cools. Water is its main component followed by fats. Its caloric value is the highest of all fruits. It contains fiber, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, folic acid, vitamin B6, E and C. Coconut water is considered a natural isotonic drink. Our Coconut are sourced from growers in Thailand, India, Philippines and Indonesia. To find out more about our Coconut please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
- Ocean Tiger Raw Headon Shell on (Penaeus Monodon): 3/4 to 51/60 pcs/kg - Ocean Tiger Raw Headless Shell on: 4/6 to 71/90 pcs/lb - White Raw Headless Shell on (Penaeus Indicus, Penaeus Merguiensis): 13/15 to 71/90 pcs/lb - Pink Raw Headless Shell on (Metapenaeus Affinis): 13/15 to 91/110 pcs/lb - Raw P&D/PUD Tail-on, Tail off and Raw PTO Butterfly (Ocean Tiger, White & Pink Shrimp): 16/20 to 91/110 pcs/lb - Cat Tiger Raw PUD Tail off (Parapenaeopsis spp.): 100/200 to 500/800 pcs/lb - Cat Tiger Cooked PUD Tail off: 100/200 to 500/800 pcs/lb - Cat Tiger Cooked PUD Tail on: 41/50 to 71/90 pcs/lb
Giant Octopus: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Morning Glory is a long, flat leaf with slender, hollow stems. This leafy vegetable goes by many names such as Ong choy, kangkong (pronounced kancun), water spinach and Chinese spinach. It is a popular vegetable in Asian and Surinamese cuisine with a subtle and slightly sweet taste. Morning Glory varieties with large, deep green leaves are more flavorful than the smaller leaf varieties Morning Glory is a semi-water plant native to Southeast Asia. This fast-growing vegetable is grown primarily in wet, tropical climates. The mature plant produces white, trumpet-shaped flowers with a purple center, although the leaves are harvested before blooming for the best flavor. To find out more about our Fresh Morning Glory please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Illex Squid: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Scallops: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
The fruit of the Rambutan tree is usually bright red though there are also orange and yellow varieties. Rambut means hair in IndoMalay and the fruit could be described as a golf-ball sized red fruit covered in green Velcro fibers. Breaking open the skin reveals a fleshy translucent or whitish fruit containing a large seed. The fruit is sweet with a mildly acidic flavor. The best Rambutan are said to come from Surat Thani province where they were first planted in 1926. Rambutan is easily canned and thus available throughout the world in a sweet syrup. Our Rambutan comes from growers in Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam. To find out more about our Rambutan please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Spinach is considered a super food. This green, leafy vegetable has many nutrients which makes it a popular choice. Spinach cultivation has always been very successful for decades. It is also very easy to cultivate, requiring only basic techniques of farming. Spinach is rich in vitamins, proteins, iron, minerals and a lot of other essential minerals such as calcium and magnesium. Our spinach is sourced from growers in Thailand, China, Japan, Turkey and Italy. To find out more about our Bitter Gourd please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
