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Tips
The 5 Stages Of Ripeness
How to sell Avocados From Mexico while the getting’s good.
Very hard fruit, usually green or sometimes black. Ripeness in about 7 days at 25 lbs. pressure.
Pre-conditioned fruit ripens in 3–5 days at room temperature (15–25 lbs. pressure).
Breaking fruit has slight give and ripens in –3 days at room temp (10–15 lbs. pressure)
Firm, slightly ripe fruit yields gently, ideal for slicing. Ripens fully in 1 day at room temp (5–10 lbs. pressure)
Ripe fruit yields easily—use same day or refrigerate for 3–5 days (5lbs. or less)
TIP:
Color is not always the best indicator of ripeness. Always wash avocados before cutting into them.
Our Avocados From Mexico like to be in good hands. Here’s how to keep ’em fresh from truck to shelf to cart.
- Unpack Immediately
Upon product’s arrival remove shroud immediately. - Avoid Pressure Damage
Remove any items stacked directly above the product. - Handle With Care
Handle with extreme care — avocados bruise very easily. - Proper Cold Storage
Keep backstock Avocados From Mexico refrigerated at 40°F, never lower than 38°F. - Controlled Ripening
For further ripening, hold Avocados From Mexico at 60°F to 65°F, never exceeding 68°F, and keep them rotated.
Put on a Good Display
-Daily Product Rotation: Sweep display for rotation - hard fruit on the bottom, ripe fruit on top.
-Display Placement: Display Avocados From Mexico with produce standards, ideally next to tomatoes or complementary items.
-Feature Display Setup: Use display standards for Avocados From Mexico promos and cross-merchandise with tomatoes or guacamole ingredients.
-Secondary Display: Place secondary Avocados From Mexico displays at the end of produce tables, using avocado boxes.
Goodness comes in different sizes. Know the difference and how to use it to your advantage.
