Good quality bok choy should exhibit clean, crisp stalks and fresh-looking leaves. Avoid wilted or significantly discolored product.
Storing and Handling
Temperature/humidity recommendations for short-term
storage of seven days or less:
32-36 degrees F/0-2 degrees C
90-98% relative humidity
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Troubleshooting
Wilting:
Bok choy is susceptible to wilting if stored in an area with low humidity. For best quality, maintain humidity level of 90-98%.
Yellowing:
Bok choy is sensitive to ethylene; exposure to the gas may cause yellowing and loss of green color. Damage from ethylene is increased if bok choy is stored in a warm area. To prevent damage from ethylene gas, keep bok choy away from ethylene-producing fruits and ripening rooms. Maintain storage temperature of 32-36 degrees F/0-2 degrees C.
Variety/Type Descriptions
Bulb-like base with thick white stalks and large, dark green leaves. Bok choy’s mild flavor is similar to cabbage; texture is tender-crisp. Bok choy is normally cooked (stir-fried as a side dish or added to soups).
Common Packaging
30- to 70-lb. cartons and crates
Grades
No U.S. grades given.
Storing Tips
Keep bok choy away from ethylene producing fruits and ripening rooms.
Shippers
J & D PRODUCE, INC.
P.O. Box 1548, Edinburg, TX 78540
7310 N. Expressway 281, Edinburg, TX 78541
PHONE # - 956-380-0353
FAX # - 956-380-0325
CONTACT - James V. Bassetti, President & Sales
WEB SITE - www.littlebearproduce.com
E-MAIL - lrchandler@littlebearproduce.com
PARDI PRODUCE, INC.
P. O. Box 115, Edinburg, TX 78540
610 W. Cano St., Edinburg, TX 78539
PHONE # - 956-383-3818
FAX # - 956-383-6327
CONTACT - Gus DiNovo,
WEB SITE - www.pardiproduce.com
E-MAIL - pardipro@sbcglobal.net
RIO FRESH, INC.
P.O. Box 1619, San Juan, TX 78589
6 Mi. S. Stewart Road, San Juan, TX 78589
PHONE # - 956-787-0023
FAX # - 956-787-0503
CONTACT - Bill Morley, President & Gen. Mgr.
WEB SITE - www.riofresh.com
E-MAIL - larry@riofresh.com
