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.
Pomegranate : 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. To find out more about our Fresh Asparagus please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
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. To find out more about our Bell Peppers please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
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.
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. To find out more about our Fresh Okra 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.
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.
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. To find out more about our Grapes please contact sales@crescoproduce.com
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. To find out more about our Blackberries please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
