Custard Apple is a tropical fruit of Andean origin.
It is a fruit covered with a green skin with a drawing like scales. Its shape is similar to that of a human heart. From the pulp some black seeds come off.
It has a high content of carbohydrates (20%), mainly simple sugars such as fructose, glucose and sucrose and 75% water. It contains minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus and vitamins B and C. In addition to others: Niacin, Riboflavin, Tianin, Folic acid, Ascorbic acid, antioxidants.
Our Custard Apple are sourced from growers in Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines and India.
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The Apricot is a fruit originating from the North of China.
It has a rounded shape and its size is somewhat smaller than that of a peach. The color of its skin is yellow-orange with reddish hues. Its flesh is juicy and its flavor is sweet.
It is one of the fruits richest in carotenes, especially in beta-carotenes, with Pro Vitamin A activity and which helps in the prevention of cataracts, cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Recommended for stress and heavy digestion. In addition, it contains small amounts of flavonoids with antithrombotic and antioxidant activity.
Our Apricots are sourced from growers in Turkey, Italy, Ukraine, Japan and Spain.
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The humble Avocado has really cemented itself as a firm favorite with consumers all over the world. Famed for its creamy texture and subtle fresh flavors, the versatile fruit is eaten in everything from salads to sandwiches, dinners, drinks, smoothies and of course guacamole.
On top of tasting great avocados are also packed with good fats that the body needs and vitamins A, D, K, and E It has a proven track record of helping to lower cholesterol and support your bodyâ??s immune system so it should come as no surprise that its popularity continues to rise throughout Europe and Asia.
In order to meet this demand Cresco Produce sources avocados from China, Indonesia, Mexico, Peru, Columbia, and South Africa.
Banana plants are of the family Musaceae which are cultivated primarily for their fruit. As the banana plants are normally tall and fairly sturdy, they are often mistaken for trees, but their main or upright stem is actually a pseudostem.
Each pseudostem can produce a bunch of green bananas, which when ripened turn yellow. The banana fruit grow in hanging clusters, with up to 10-20 fruit to a tier that is called a hand. Each individual fruit (known as a banana or 'finger') has a protective outer layer (a peel or skin) with a fleshy edible inner portion. There are several different variety of Banana however, the Cavendish Banana is by fat the most popular.
Native to the tropical region of Southeast Asia, the Banana and is thought to have been first cultivated in Papua New Guinea. Today, they are cultivated throughout the tropics and grown in at least 107 countries throughout the world. Cresco Produce Bananas are sourced mainly from the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Costa Rica, Brazil and Columbia.
Bananas are a high source of vitamin B, vitamin C, and potassium.
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Yard Long Bean, also called Chinese Long Bean, is a vigorous climbing annual and the plant begins to produce long pods, ranging from 14 to 30 inches, 60 days after sowing. The pods hang in pairs that should be picked for vegetable uses before matured. Yard Long Bean is a subtropical/tropical plant and is widely grown in Southeastern Asia, Thailand and Southern China. It is a very interesting plant to grow - you almost need to check/harvest long beans everyday because they grow very quick in warm climates. It is, however, sensitive to the temperature and grows relatively slow in mild/cold environments. There are many varieties grown in the Orient and they are generally identified by the color of the matured seeds.
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At Cresco Produce our Green Beans, freshly picked as well as frozen are brightly-colored, deliciously crisp and packed with flavor. With a hearty consistency and refreshingly mild taste green beans boast several nutritional benefits and are a rich source of protein and iron and they're also fat and cholesterol free.
Our Green Beans are grown in Morocco, France, Netherlands and Egypt.
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Gooseberry is a white, yellow, red or green berry according to the species, with a thorny, hairy or even skin. The different varieties are distinguished from each other by the time of maturation, taste, color, size, shape of the fruit and the way in which it is consumed. The most outstanding is the yellowish fruit with hairy skin, although there are also varieties of reddish, pale whitish green and dark green skin.
Its strange taste is never sweet enough to enable the consumer to eat it raw, so it is normally used it in the processing of different by-products. Nevertheless, some varieties like Early Sulphur are consumed raw. Other varieties are more suitable to be cooked, like Careless, Leveller, Whinham"s Industry and Howard"s Lancer, and the rest are intended for processing jam and preserves, like Keepsake and Lancashire Lad.
Apart from this species of currant there are other species like red currant and blackcurrant. Gooseberries grow solitary, not in clusters, in Europe and America. It does not grow in clusters and it is larger than red currant. This fruit is used to make cakes, sherbets, jelly and syrup. It is an ingredient for puddings, fruit salads and chutneys. To make gooseberry jam it is recommended to harvest the berries when they are still pale green, since their pectin content diminishes soon after they have reached the maturation point. The skin of ripe gooseberries is hard and it looses its colour with the heat treatment.
Gooseberries are also served as garnish for meat and fish dishes. They have a high content of pectin and citric acid. The energetic value for each 100 g of fresh product is between 34-40 kcal.
Its composition is quite similar to that of red currant. It is the richest in vitamin A of all the currant species, although its content of minerals and other vitamins is very similar to the content in red currants.
Our Gooseberries are sourced from growers in Germany, Ukraine, Poland and UK.
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Blackcurrant is a berry of translucent pulp with red or green tones and bittersweet taste. The fruit is small, of black-blue color and spherical shape, with an intense taste when completely ripe. This berry is covered with hair and its pulp contains multiple small seeds. These fruits are not loose; they grow in clusters.
The Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum, belonging to the botanical family of Saxigfragaceae) is the shrub where currants grow.
In English its name means â??berry of gooseâ?? because long ago it was the main ingredient of a sauce that went together with goose dishes. Blackcurrant is used to make liquors, wine, juice and jelly.
Blackcurrants are extremely rich in sugars, organic acids and vitamin C. The quantity of vitamin C in 250 ml of currants is three times superior to that contained in a small orange. Blackcurrants are excellent laxatives.
They must be consumed in a short time, otherwise, they will spoil. In the fridge, at 4ºC of temperature, they last for one week.
The output is used in the food industry that uses Blackcurrants for processing syrups, jelly and refreshing drinks. A characteristic liquor is made by means of macerating them in brandy and adding syrup. They are also used in chemists to improve flavors and as a source of food coloring.
Our Blackcurrants are sourced from growers in China, Japan, Poland, UK and Ukraine.
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Cranberries are native only to North America. There are only three commercially grown crops that can make this claim â?? cranberries, blueberries and concord grapes.
Early settlers thought the cranberry blossom resembled the head of a crane and called them â??crane berriesâ??. Cranberries were so important to early settlers, laws were passed in some areas to prevent wild bogs from being picked illegally.
Cranberries are commonly planted from cuttings, not seeds. Cranberry vines donâ??t need to be replanted. They can continue producing indefinitely. Cranberries grow on an evergreen vine â?? that means they keep their leaves year round, but the leaves actually turn deep burgundy during the plantâ??s dormant cycle.
Our Cranberries are sourced from growers in Chile, Ukraine, Macedonia and Tunisia.
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The Blackberry is a wild plant, in general, of which we eat the fruits, very aromatic and somewhat acid small berries of black color. They are consumed raw, although they are also used for making stewed fruit, fruit salads, cakes, etc. They are rich in vitamins and minerals. Besides, they supply fiber and they are low in calories.
The Blackberry is the fruit of the bramble, a shrub that grows generally wild in many areas of the world. It is a black glossy berry-like fruit formed by multiple small fruits, each one containing a seed. It is an aromatic and somewhat acid fruit.
It is a species known from the very old times, to which people confer many healing properties. They are consumed raw, on their own or along with ice cream, yogurt or cream. They are used to make fruit salads, stewed fruit, cakes, wines and brandy, etc.
Our Blackberries are sourced from growers in China, Poland, UK and Serbia.
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The Blueberry is a fruit that grows wild in fresh areas of the N hemisphere. It is a bluish-black, rounded berry measuring 6mm of diameter. It is mainly consumed in jams, cakes or as garnish for various dishes. It is rich in vitamins and it supplies very few calories.
The Blueberry pulp is aromatic, juicy and somewhat acid. It contains multiple small brown seeds. In the upper part, this fruit has a small crown that differentiates it from the black currant.
The Blueberry is eaten as table dessert, although it is chiefly intended for the processing of several product like jam, puree, stewed fruit, jellies and juices. It is also dried and frozen. In some countries it is even fried or cooked for making soups.
As raw fruit they are part of fruit salads and they are eaten with cereals, crepes and waffles. They are eaten with cream, orange juice or with a drop of Grand Marnier, a liquor made with orange. The Cranberries are used to make buns, bread, pies, cakes and sherbets. They are garnish for turkey dishes.
The Blueberries are rich in vitamin A and C, and they supply very few calories, since they contain few fats and proteins. They are rich in anthocyans, some substances that are beneficial for the digestive apparatus.
Our Blueberries are sourced from growers in Netherlands, Poland, Spain and Germany.
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Canned Tuna
Species: Tongol, Yellowfin, Albacore, Bonito
Packing Media: Brine, Vegetable Oil, Soybean Oil, Olive Oil, Spring Water
Meat: Solid, Chunk, Flake, Shredded
Can Size, Cans per Carton, Cartons per Container:
80g x 48 = 3,300 Cartons per 20' FCL
95g x 48 = 3,200 Cartons per 20' FCL
140g x 48 = 2,300 Cartons per 20' FCL
160g x 48 = 2,300 Cartons per 20' FCL
185g x 48 = 1,850 Cartons per 20' FCL
200g x 48 = 1,750 Cartons per 20' FCL
400g x 48 = 1,550 Cartons per 20' FCL
425g x 48 = 1,550 Cartons per 20' FCL
1000g x 12 = 1,300 Cartons per 20' FCL
1850g x 6 = 1,600 Cartons per 20' FCL
Celery is from the family Apiaceae and is botanically termed as Apium graveolens L. It is is also regarded as a herb and an aromatic plant. The wild celery is very popular and is known as Smallage or Marsh Water Parsley, Garden Celery and Wild Celery. Its seeds are tan or brown in color, ovoid and small, with a distinct aroma. The celery is warm, pungent and bitter in taste. Closest in flavor to the fennel and anise, the taste of the celery is described as similar to grass or hay. The variety called the Pascal celery is most popular for commercial cultivation. Celery is a useful herb and its seeds are used for various culinary and medicinal purposes. This strongly aromatic plant is grown, largely, for its seeds, leaves and roots. The leaf and root are used as a vegetable or spice. Celery contains nutrients like boron, calcium, iron, zinc, and vitamins A, B-complex, and C. The distilled essential oil is used for flavoring purposes. Celery root contains allergens and can cause allergic reactions in some people.
Our Celery is grown in Thailand, Egypt, South Africa, Greece and Italy.
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Dragon Fruit :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Fresh Figs :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Bitter Beam :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Bitter Gourd, Bitter Melon, Karela, Bitter Sopropo and Fu-kwa all refer to the same vegetable that just like the cucumber and pumpkin comes from the family of Cucurbitaceae. It is well-known and appreciated in the Asian, Eastern African, South American and the Caribbean cuisine where it is used in curries and stir-fried vegetable dishes.
The fruit differs one region from the other. It can be smooth and prickly, light and dark. What is common for all Bitter Gourd, however, is the bitter taste and the healthy compounds of the fruit: vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, K and the minerals potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, manganese and zinc. For centuries Bitter Gourd has been used in Chinese medicine in applications against diabetes.
Bitter Gourd has many nutritional values and contains a lot of valuable nutrients which are essential for our body.
Our Bitter Gourd is sourced from growers throughout Southeast Asia.
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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.
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.
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Chinese Broccoli :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
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.
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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.
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Cucumber :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Tilapia Fillet: 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.
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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.
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Our Fresh Garlic is sourced and procured from leading farmers and suppliers throughout Southeast Asia, Egypt and Spain. Revered for its medicinal qualities, and prized in Italian, Asian, and Indian cooking, garlic has been called â??the stinking roseâ?? for good reason. Closely related to the onion, itâ??s a bulbous root with an undeniably fragrant pungency. It was mentioned in historical documents that date back 5,000 years ago, before its fame permeated the rest of the known world.
Today, China, South Korea, India, Spain, and the U.S. are foremost in garlic production. Not only does it lend a delicious complexity to foods, it claims legitimate beneficence for dozens of different maladies.
Fresh garlic has nutritional benefits superior to that of any kind of processing, such as minced and refrigerated, or dried in flakes. Whole garlic bulbs will keep fresh for about a month if stored properly, preferably away from sunlight in an uncovered container.
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Ginger :
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.
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Thai Birds Eye Chili :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Thai Green Pepper :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Red Grouper: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Okra, also called Lady Fingers, has high dietary fibre content which is good for digestion.
The fertile soil and favorable weather conditions in Thailand provide an abundant supply of fresh okra. Our growers harvest okra according to customerâ??s size specification.
Okra offers up some little-known health benefits. It contains magnesium, which can help prevent osteoporosis. Okra is a good source of folate, which helps prevent neural tube birth defects. It contains vitamin A, which helps keep eyes healthy. Okra also contains thiamin, which is important for brain function.
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Lemon :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Lime :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Pacific Mackerel: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Giant Octopus: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Fresh 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. Onions emit a sharp flavor and fragrance due to the sulphur compound in the vegetable however, can taste quite sweet once fried our cooked for a short time. Onions are known to have antiseptic, antimicrobial and antibiotic properties which help you to get rid of infections. If a piece of onion is inhaled, it can slow down or stop nose bleeding. Onions also help to improve the functions of the digestive system; because it releases the digestive juices and cures any problem related to digestion.
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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.
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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.
We can supply customers worldwide with grade a, fresh and frozen chicken paws, produced to meet the highest international standards such as iso, haccp, gmp, halal, etc. We deal directly with the biggest and most reputable poultry processing plants in thailand, all of whom are members of the thai broiler processing exporters association ensuring only the best quality products for our customers.
Detailed description:
- Well washed, fresh and clean
- Without yellow skin
- No feathers
- Free of bad odors
- No excessive blood or blood stains
- Pad is retained and without damage
- No bruises
- No ammonia burns
- Broken bones: under 3%
- Moisture content: not above 3%
- Blasted at: -40°c
- Storage temp: -18°c
Packaging details: product is packed in corrugated cardboard boxes, lined with ldpe poly bags, once filled boxes are securely closed with 4 polypropylene straps.
- Average weight per piece: 35 to 60 grams/piece
- Average length per piece: 12 to 18 cm
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.
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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.
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Scallops: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
- 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
Illex Squid: 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
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.
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A Grape is the non-climacteric fruit, or true berry, that grows on the perennial woody vines of the genus Vitis which is deciduous.
Grapes as a fruit can be traced back many centuries and there are examples of Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics showing the cultivation of grapes for both food and wine. This continues to this day with grapes being eaten raw or used for making wines, juice, raisins and grape seed oil to name but a few.
Grapes grow in clusters of 6 to 300 and can be a variety of colors; black, red and white (which is actually green in color) being the most common.
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It is believed that Guava originated from Central America, although it is currently grown in most tropical countries. The main producing countries are located mainly in Sotheast Asia as well as Brazil, Mexico and Nigeria
Guava has a rounded shape like an apple, although depending on the variety it is treated it can also be narrowed towards the peduncle, resembling a pear. Of green skin, the pulp is white, with cream tones. It is full of seeds of hard constitution and woody texture. Regarding its size, it varies greatly depending on the variety, measuring between 4 and 12 centimeters in length and 4 to 8 in diameter. It can weigh from 50 to 500 grams.
Commercially they are grouped in white and red, according to the coloration that the pulp presents. The most remarkable varieties depending on the country from which they come are: Red, Polonuevo, Guayabita de Sadoná (Nariño), Rosada and Blanca Común de Antioquia and Guayaba Agria.
Guava is composed mostly by water and its carbohydrate content is quite low. It contains hardly any proteins and fats. Very rich in vitamin C (7 times more content than in an orange) With regard to minerals, its potassium content stands out in case of suffering from kidney disease. It also provides a considerable amount of fiber that facilitates intestinal transit. Ideal to soothe sore throat. In cases of stress.
Our Guava are sourced from growers in Thailand, India, China, Philippines and Indonesia.
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Dill :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Lemon Basil :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Sweet Basil :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Basil :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Coriander :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
The Kiwi is a fruit of ovoid shape, of variable size and covered by a thin, brown, slightly hairy skin. It may be 4 to 7.5cm long, and 3.5 to 5cm wide. The weight ranges from 30 to150g, according to variety, climatic conditions, and the culture system. The pulp may be of different green tonalities according to the variety. It is also tender, juicy and bittersweet in flavor. It presents numerous small, edible black seeds. The color of the pulp and the delicate flavor, somehow reminiscent of the grape, strawberry, and pineapple, make Kiwifruit very pleasant.
Kiwi is consumed as fresh fruit, in fruit salads, salads or as garnish for different dishes. In order to consume it as fruit, it can be peeled or cut in half and eaten with a spoon. It contains an enzyme called actinidine that degrades proteins, reason why this fruit is used to soften the meat before cooking and thus reduce to the time for baking, rubbing the pulp of the fruit. Moreover, the actinidine prevents the coagulation of the jelly and it is the responsible of the bitter taste of some dairy products when they are mixed with Kiwi. Kiwis are also cooked, tossed with butter, used as a bittersweet sauce or included as garnish for meat dishes. Jam, sherbets, iced drinks, confectionery products and liquors with or without alcohol are also made of this fruit.
Kiwis represent an excellent source of vitamin C, almost twice the content of some citruses. They are also rich in minerals like potassium, iron and calcium.
Kiwis are found all the year round because the different producing country take over the harvesting periods of each other: from mid May until the end of November, in New Zealand; the rest of the year in the Mediterranean countries, Chile and in California and Australia too. It is a product that has undergone a commercial development in the last few years, thanks to an excellent marketing campaign carried out by New Zealand.
Our Kiwi are sourced from growers in Chile, New Zealand, Greece, Italy and Japan.
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Lemon grass is a tall leafy plant having large striped leaves with a jagged edge. It is renowned for its sweet, herbaceous, smoky and lemony aroma and is widely used in preparing teas, soups, and curries. This lemon scented herb contains anti-inflammatory and sedative properties and is also believed to be a natural mosquito repellent. Its digestive nature stimulates appetite, while its vasodilative properties lifts the spirit of the mind.
Besides being widely used as eatables, lemon grass is also suitable for poultry, fish, and seafood. This aromatic grass is often used as tea in African and Latino-American countries.
Our Lemongrass is sourced from growers in Thailand, Vietnam and India.
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Green Mango :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Plum Mango :
The Plum Mango (ma prang) is directly related to the more commonly known mango fruit. Unlike many other mango varieties, the entire fruit, including its single seed, is edible. Flavor of the Plum Mango ranges from sweet to sour with a slight but distinct aroma very similar to turpentine.
Mangosteen (mahngkoot) is often called the Queen of Fruits, due to its â??coolingâ?? properties, in contrast to the King of Fruits, Durian, with itâ??s â??heatinessâ??. The fruiting seasons of the two coincide and they make a very nice combination. The husk or exocarp of the Mangosteen is a leathery purple shell which, when opened, reveals the soft, white fruit which is quite delicate and consists of 4-8 segments, the larger of which contain seeds. The fragrant, fleshy fruit is both sweet and tangy.
Our Mangosteen comes from growers in Thailand, India, Indonesia, China and Vietnam.
To find out more about our Mangosteen please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Melon (Orange) :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Orange :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Banana Flower :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Cantaloupe :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Durian :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Langsat :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Melon (Green) :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Bok Choy :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Angled Luffa :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Asparagus is a high-value, labor-intensive perennial vegetable. It is an early season crop that lends itself well to small-scale and part-time farming operations as well as direct-to-consumer retail marketers when combined with other crops. Asparagus is a low calorie, nutritious vegetable that is high in iron, fiber, and vitamins C and A; one cup of asparagus contains 3 grams of protein.
The word Asparagus is derived from the Greek word aspharagos meaning â??sproutâ?? or â??shoot.â?? Asparagus is a member of the lily family and is related to garlic, onions, and leeks. It was first cultivated in Western Europe over 2,500 years ago and ancient Greeks and Romans believed the vegetable helped prevent bee stings, and helped with wounds, infections, and toothaches. Under ideal conditions, an asparagus spear can grow 10â?³ in a 24- hour period.
There are three different kinds of asparagus: green, white and purple.
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Baby Corn :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Bean Sprouts :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Beetroot :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Capsicum is the scientific name of the more commonly know Bell Pepper. The popular vegetable can be found in red, green, yellow, orange, white, purple-brown and lime green. Green and red come from the same plant, however yellow, orange, white and purple are different varieties. Red, orange, yellow and green Bell Pepper are readily available. White, purple-brown and lime green Bell Pepper have a more limited supply.
Bell Peppers are sweet and juicy with a mild spicy flavor. Red, being riper, are sweeter than green Bell Pepper. Shape also varies with each variety, from the more commonly found blocky shape to a pointy capsicum. Miniature varieties are sometimes available.
Cresco Produce Bell Peppers are sourced from growers in Indonesia, China, Egypt, Turkey and Spain.
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Taro is the common name for the corms and tubers of several members of the Araceae plant family. A perennial plant, taro is native to the tropical regions of south India and south east Asia. It is primarily grown as a root vegetable for its edible starchy corm but it is also consumed as a leaf vegetable. The corms are prepared for eating by boiling, steaming, baking or frying as chips.
To find out more about our fresh Taro please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Zucchini :
Fresh or frozen zucchini is a very versatile vegetable ingredient. With its mild taste, organic zucchini is often used in dips, pesto, sauces and green beverages. Organic IQF zucchini is used as an ingredient for stews, prepared foods, and the classic French dish ratatouille. Both zucchini puree and IQF zucchini pieces can be used for baked goods production to add flavor and moisture to cakes, muffins, and bread.
Our Zucchini suppliers offer green and yellow Zucchini varieties.
Green Papaya :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Papaya :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Passion Fruit :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Pineapple :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Pomegranate :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
It is believed the Raspberry originated in Greece. From there it spread to Italy, England, the Netherlands and later to the United States and Chile. In Spain there are producing areas Huelva, Asturias, Cáceres and the Maresme area in Barcelona.
Raspberries have a conical or round shape. Small in size (its base is between 15 and 20 millimeters in diameter). It is formed by many granites of velvety textured balls grouped very close to each other. The color of the Raspberry varies depending on the particular variety. Its texture is soft. The pulp is juicy and has a bittersweet taste. It is very aromatic. Inside it contains a multitude of tiny seeds.
Our Raspberries are sourced from growers in Russia, Poland and Serbia.
To find out more about our Raspberries please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
Thai Red Pepper :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Tejan Chili :
1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Turmeric is a well known medicinal herb and spice used in almost all parts of the world. It is also termed as a super food. Due to the many benefits and powerful properties turmeric has, the demand for this herb is huge in the world. However to cultivate turmeric you have to keep certain things in mind.
Turmeric needs specific temperature and growing conditions, so it is not cultivated in many countries. Turmeric cultivation and use are mostly specific to South Asian countries. But, the magical properties of turmeric are such that the demand for it is worldwide. Turmeric is a major global export.
Cresco Produce Turmeric is sourced from growers in India, Thailand, China and Sri Lanka.
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The Strawberry is a succulent and fragrant fruit of bright red color, obtained from the plant with the same name. In the West it is considered as the â??queen of the fruit". It is eaten raw and used to make jam, stewed fruit... It is also used with medicinal purposes, since it has excellent benefits for health.
Strawberries (Fragaria vesca) grew spontaneously in the forests. Its culture started quite late, since it is a very fragile fruit; in order to obtain a maximum yield in a whole month harvest, the field needed a permanent dedication.
The edible fruit is commonly known as "etaerioâ??. It is a false fruit consisting of a receptacle bearing the achenes (seed-like parts), small and of pale color in the part that was exposed to the shade and a dark reddish color in the part that has been exposed to the sun. The achenes can be inserted in the flesh, superficial or protuberant. There may be numerous or scarce. The protuberant achenes increase the resistance of the surface, but during washing many of them come off. The consumer normally prefers the fruit with few achenes, since they remain between the teeth when we bite them.
The central part or "heartâ?? of the fruit may be well-developed or very little developed, we may also find â??heartlessâ?? fruits. This is a negative characteristic. The fruits have various shapes, according to the cultivar: conical, conical-elongate, conical-rounded, spheroidal, oblate and kidney shape.
Strawberries are usually harvested at the beginning of summer. Wild strawberries are generally smaller than the cultivated ones, but they have a better aroma and taste, slightly bittersweet.
Strawberries are low in calories. Their energetic value per 100 g of edible fresh fruit ranges from 27 to 34 kcal. Apart from water, their main component are carbohydrates. Fructose represents practically half of the glucids and the rest is mainly glucose. It has a low percentage of proteins. The Strawberry is an excellent source of vitamin C.
Our Strawberries are sourced from growers in Egypt, Turkey, Spain, Poland and Japan.
To find out more about our Strawberries please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
