Color: dark orange to brown characteristic of un-sulfured dried apricots.
Flavor: sweet to tart, typical of the variety, and free from off flavors.
Defects: reasonably free of defects
Sizes: available in,diced (3-5,5-8,8-10,10-12 mm),or bulk as a whole
Color: dark orange to brown characteristic of un-sulfured dried apricots.
Flavor: sweet to tart, typical of the variety, and free from off flavors.
Defects: reasonably free of defects
Sizes: available in,diced (3-5,5-8,8-10,10-12 mm),or bulk as a whole
It is a fruit with excellent nutrients.
However, dried apricots are long lasting, give a lot of energy, are a rich source of dietary fiber and contain potassium, iron and antioxidants. It is rich in vitamin A. It also contains vitamins C, B1, B2 and natural sugar. Apricots are also rich in fiber.
His contribution to health is very important. It is rich in vitamin A, which contributes to good eye health. It contains
carotenoids (�²-carotene, lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin), which are due to their orange color.
What few people know is that ripe and dried apricots are higher in carotenoids. That is why their beneficial properties do not stop in their consumption, only in the summer months. Eat dried apricots all year round for best results.
Dried apricots are a type of dried fruit. Apricots (whole, stoned, or halves) are dried to a water content of 22%, either naturally (air or sun drying) or in drying plants. Apricot "slabs", which are made from overripe fruit which has fallen from the tree, are a particularly sweet and distinctive product.
To extend storage life and prevent fermentative browning, which rapidly results in the darkening of the fruit, the apricots are treated with sulfur vapour (sulfur dioxide, SO2).
A grade, sun-dried, unsulphered Apricots.
Natural (Unsulphured) Apricots; differs from sulphured apricots in colour, the colour of this type changes from light brown to dark brown because these apricots are directly dried under the sunlight without being treated with SO2.
Natural Dried Apricot
* OriginMalatya / TURKEYâ?¨
* TypeNatural Dried Apricotâ?¨
* FigureOriginal or Slicedâ?¨
* Size (Caliber/kg)Size 1 to 8â?¨
* Moisture22-23% Maxâ?¨
* 250 - 1000 GrPvc Trays or Pvc platesâ?¨
* 5 - 12.5 KgCarton Boxâ?¨
* Min Order Quantity1000 kgâ?¨
The export of apricots from South Africa includes a wide range of high-quality varieties, each catering to different tastes and preferences. The apricot export industry in South Africa adheres to strict health and safety regulations, ensuring that only the best-quality apricots reach international markets. Here are some of the key apricot varieties exported from South Africa:
1. Aprium - This variety is medium to large in size, with a clear yellow skin and a plum-like taste. Known for its late harvest, Aprium apricots are perfect for those who enjoy a balance of sweetness and tartness. The fruit is great for both fresh consumption and processing.
2. August Glo - This medium-sized apricot is known for its great sweet-tart flavor. It also has a late harvest period, making it a popular choice for both fresh market sales and processing into preserves, jams, or juices.
3. Autumn Royal - Similar to the Blenheim variety, the Autumn Royal apricot is medium-sized with yellow skin and a slight orange blush. It has a slightly acidic taste, making it suitable for fresh consumption, canning, and drying.
4. Blenheim - Known as the classic California apricot, this variety has thick yellow-orange flesh and is very juicy with a sweet, aromatic flavor. Blenheim apricots are ready for early to midseason harvest, making them a great choice for early summer markets.
5. Mormon Mormon apricots are small in size with orange skin and red blush. These apricots have smooth, firm flesh and a sweet, juicy taste. They are perfect for midseason to late harvest, making them ideal for fresh eating or processing.
6. Earligold This medium-sized variety is known for its golden yellow skin and rich, juicy flesh. The Earligold apricot is popular for canning and is also enjoyed fresh. Itâ's typically harvested early in the season, making it a favorite for those looking for an early apricot variety.
7. Floragold A small to medium-sized apricot, Floragold has yellow skin and flesh. It is typically harvested in the mid-season and is a great export option due to its sweet flavor and smooth texture.
8. Garden Annie Known for its bright yellow skin, Garden Annie apricots are medium to large in size with clingstone, firm flesh. They are juicy, and the early harvest makes them ideal for fresh consumption.
9. Goldcot This medium to large-sized apricot has bright golden skin and thick orange flesh. The firm fruit has a sprightly-sweet flavor and is commonly used for processing, canning, or eating fresh.
10. Moorpark A large apricot with a juicy, aromatic flavor, Moorpark apricots have brownish-red skin with spots and yellow to orange flesh. This variety is ready for midseason harvest, making it a popular choice for fresh markets.
11. Riland Riland apricots are medium in size with a nearly round shape and are covered with fine velvety hairs. They have light yellow skin with a deep red blush, and their firm, meaty flesh makes them perfect for both fresh consumption and processing.
