Look for clean, unbroken skins with a fresh smell and no slime.
Storing and Handling
Temperature/humidity recommendations for short-term
storage of seven days or less:
32-34 degrees F/0-1 degree C
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PMA Fresh Produce Manual
Variety/Type Descriptions
Buff-colored, kidney-shaped bean with a black spot at the inner curve. Sold fresh
or dried. Black-eyed peas require less soaking than other dried beans, and presoaked black-eyed peas are also available.
Common Packaging
12 11-oz. bags or tubs
Grades
No U.S. grades given.
Storing Tips
Black-eyed peas will keep refrigerated for about two weeks. Pre-soaked beans
may last longer, in consistent temperatures.
Shippers
RICHARD BARRETT PRODUCE CO., INC.
P. O. Box 525, Muleshoe, TX 79347
East Highway 84, Muleshoe, TX 79347
PHONE # - 806-272-4546, 806-272-3326
FAX # - 806-272-5353
CONTACT - Richard Barrett, President
E-MAIL - barrettp@fivearea.com
