Overview
Between their health properties, array of uses, and profound history, figs are quite a special fruit. In fact, they are so special that people throughout ancient civilizations considered them to be a “food of the Gods.” They are lusciously sweet with a texture that combines the chewiness of their flesh, the smoothness of their skin, and the crunchiness of their seeds.
Nutrition
Raw figs are a good source of dietary fiber, with 14% of the daily value in each 100 gram serving. Regular consumption has been proven to lower blood pressure and cholesterol as well as assist in weight management.
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How to Select, Store and Handle Figs
Select figs that are clean and dry with smooth, unbroken skin.
Use figs immediately or store in a plastic bag in the coldest part of the refrigerator.
Figs should yield to the touch and not be mushy or hard; handle delicately so as not to bruise them; a very firm fig is not ripe and will not ripen properly.
Figs can be frozen whole, sliced or peeled in a sealed container for ten to twelve months.
TRADE
Merchandising
- Offer samples to introduce customers to fresh figs and educate them on the different varieties.
- Cross-merchandise figs with bagged salads and dates as they can be a great topping.
- Display figs in their shipping containers to avoid over-handling.
- Keep them cool at 34° F (1°C) with a relative humidity of 85 to 90%.
Availability Chart
STATISTICS
Total Volume Exported
2013-2014
2014-2015
2015-2016
2016-2017
2017-2018
2018-2019
2019-2020
Destination
- North America 95,24%
- Europe 4,76%
Sociedad Exportadora Agrícola Merex Ltda.
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+(56) 222201827
www.merex.cl
Sociedad Exportadora Verfrut S.A.
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+(56) 2 28200900
www.verfrut.cl
TyT Export S.A.
ftupper@tytexport.com
+(56) 222433380
www.tytexport.com