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 It was mentioned in historical documents that date back 5,000 years ago, before its fame permeated the rest of the known world.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. To find out more about our Fresh Garlic please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
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. To find out more about our Fresh Onion please contact sales@crescoproduce.com.
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.
Thai Birds Eye Chili : 1 x 20' container, specified to buyers requirements.
Thai Green Pepper : 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.
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.
