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Retail Produce Department
Upon arrival, grapes, like all temperature sensitive items, should be promptly placed under refrigeration to maintain freshness. The ideal holding conditions for grapes are 32-34° F with a 90-95% relative humidity.
Stack grape lugs to allow for air circulation around all sides. Never store or display grapes where they will come in direct contact with ice or iced products as this will damage the grapes. Avoid storing grapes next to green onions, as their odor will tend to be absorbed by grapes.
To safeguard grape quality, always transport grapes from refrigeration to display in their original container.
Display
Whether displaying grapes on a refrigerated or nonrefrigerated rack, it is important to always start with a clean, well-padded surface.
Stack grapes no more than two layers high to maximize quality and the freshness of the display. Rotate often.
New product should always be placed on the bottom, with the oldest product being positioned at the front and/or center of the display.
Never moisten or water grapes on the display.
Remember, grapes are a high-volume, high-profit, and high-impulse item. Display grapes in a prominent part of the department.
Display the green, red and blue/black varieties next to one another to create dynamic color breaks. And remember, the more varieties displayed, the greater the profit potential.
Terms
Bloom — Table grapes are often covered with natural bloom, which is a delicate white substance common to many soft fruits. The bloom protects the grape from moisture loss and decay. Bloom is sometimes mistakenly thought of as dust.
Amber — A special characteristic of Thompson Seedless grapes is the quality known as amber. Sometimes, this normally bright-green grape has a golden-yellow hue. That honey color means the grapes have been left to ripen longer and, as a result, the grapes are particularly sweet and juicy. Although some people might think that amber color means something's wrong with the grapes, it is, in fact, a special quality, prized by knowledgeable grape lovers. | |
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