Raw Material Specs 2

RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT NAME AVOCADOS Fuerte / Hass Fruits

Supplier As per Sunripe approved list

Appearance Intact, firm, sound and fresh Maturity indicatorsFree from any foreign smell and or taste Colour Green varieties -mature when a yellow tint appers on the stem end of the fruit.

Clean, free from any visible foreign matter Shape Hass - oval shaped Fuerte - Pear shapedStalk should be less than or equal to10mm in length Seed membraneFree from marked bruising

Free from pests, pest damage Firmness Should not be soft

Free of sunburn, Skin colouring

Size 156 - 365g per fruit i.e size 24 - 12

Harvesting and handling

Storage temperature 5-13ºc Harvested with aid of a picking device

Relative Humidity 90-95% Harvesting containers, utensils should be cleanCare ful hadling to minimize mechanical injuries

None producer of ethylene , starts after harvestHighly sensitive of ethylene

Traceability

Sensititivity to ethyleneRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Rejection criteria TransportImmature avocados, Softening avos Materials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates

Presence of pests, insect or their damage in the flesh or seed cavity Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Skin abrasions, sun burnDecayingInternal flesh break down

SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Avocados Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date

Variety - Desription:

Slice open the fruit, thin brown to dark brown is mature whle yellowish white to light brown is immature

Hass green colour, darkens when ripe; Fuerte - pale green colour, smoother and thinner skin.

Chilling injury set if stored at 0-2ºc for over 7 days or 3-5ºc for over 14 days


PRODUCT NAME Tainung Tubers

Appearance Orange flesh, White skin Supplier As per Sunripe approved listIntact, firm, sound and smooth

Free from any foreign smell and or taste Maturity/ Quality indicatorsClean, free from any visible foreign matter Colour Pale white skin, bright orange flesh

Virtually free from mechanical damage Size Desirable sizeFirmness Should not be soft

Free from pests, pest damage Skin colouring Should be uniform pale white in color

Free of sunburn

Size Medium 150g - 300g, Large 300g - 600g

Harvesting and handling

Storage temperature

Relative Humidity 90-95%Harvesting containers, utensils should be clean

Special Considerations Care ful hadling to minimize mechanical injuries

TraceabilityRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be kept

Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Rejection criteria

Disease development/ decaying/ internal flesh breakdown TransportPresence of pests, insect or their damage Materials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates

Skin abrasions, growth cuts, sun burn Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

DehydrationHeavy ringing, RibbingExcessive mechanical damagePoor shapes/ color formation Misshape not acceptedUnder/ over size or under/ over weight tubers


Ref: Raw material spec Sweet potatoes Dated Jan 2009 PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONVersion 2009-1 Issued by QAM Sign SignIssued to farms, master file Position Position

Date Date

Sweet potatoes (Ipomea batatas)Variety - Desription:

12 - 15°c Irrigation should typically be stopped 2 - 3 weeks before harvesting so that the vines begin drying before they are removed and roots harvested

Curing. The periderm of sweetpotato roots is easily damaged during harvest and handling, and this leads to an unsightly appearance, high rates of water loss, and increased susceptibility to decay. The process of curing the damaged skin or "wound healing" can be achieved by holding roots at 25-32°C (77-90°F) under high relative humidity (>90 to 100%) for several days to 1 week. The conditions for curing sweetpotatoes are similar to those used for other tropical root and tuber crops. This interval before cooling provides the warm humid conditions necessary for curing wounds.

Chilling injury set if stored below 12°c

Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvest


PRODUCT NAME PASSION FRUITS


Appearanc Purple rind (light purple colour)free from pests and their damagesFree from foreign matter, soilFree from damage caused by mechanical damage, chilling injuryBerry shaped / Egg to tennis ball shape

Size 3.5-7cm wide; 4 -12 cm long

Disorders: signsOff flavour development Increased incidences of decaySurface or internal discolouration Un even ripening/ failure to ripenPitting Water soaked areas

Brown spotCircular sunken,light brown spots on ripening fruitsMost severe during warm wet periods

Fruit rot Water soaked, dark green patches

Woodiness Mishapen fruits with a thick rind and small pulp cavity.

Storage temperatur7-10ºc Harvesting and handling

Relative Humidity 85-95% Are hand harvested before they are fully ripe

A very high producer of ethylene Should not have a stalk attachedHarvesting containes, utensils should be cleanHarvested produce to be moved to the cold room as soon as possible

Rejection criteria

Presence of live pests - TraceabilityWrinkled or shrivelled fruits due to dehydration Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of rots (fruit rot) - water soaked, dark green patches Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvest


TransportBrown spots - Circular sunken light brown spots on ripening fruits Materials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates

Decayed fruits Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Off flavours


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Passion fruits Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Several purple varities Description: Fruits

Chilling injury

Sensititivity to ethylene

Should not be stored with products that are sensitive to ethylene e.g avocados

Woodiness- appear as mishapen fruits with a thick rind and small pulp cavity

Issued to farms, master file Date Date

Un even ripening/ failure to ripen



PRODUCT NAME PINEAPPLES


Appearance Golden Yellow to green colour from the base to the upper partfree from pests and their damages, parasitic diseasesClean, practically free if any visible foreign matterFree from damage caused by mechanical damage, bruises, grazes, deep cracksTrimmed crown - light green with purple hueIntact, fresh appearance and soundFree from sunburn, and any foreign smell

Brix value ma12º Juice taken from the middle part of the fruit

Size 0.6 -2.8kg including crown

Peduncle Be cut , clean maximum length 2cm, not torn out

Crown Fresh, green leaves, no sprouts, or withering

Free from

Storage temperatur7-8ºc Brown spot Fruit let rot

Relative Humidity 85% Eyes persistent Green colour

Insensitive to ethylene Insects Mealy bugs

Shape Deformed fruitsRipeness Overripe and immature

Rejection criteria HandlingPresence of live pests - crickets, locusts, mealy bugs To be delivered in clean crates

Wrinkled or shrivelled fruits due to dehydration TraceabilityPresence of rots Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptOverripe - Translucent, fermented flesh Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestImmature - White flesh, opaque, fibrous , hollow eyes Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Off flavours TransportPest damage on the fruit Materials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates

Product must be transported within 24 Hrs from harvest.


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Pineapples Dated July 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date

Variety - Smooth Cayenne Description: Fruits


Crown

Peduncle Eyes

Free from damage caused by mechanical damage, bruises, grazes, deep cracks


PRODUCT NAME MANGOES Several Fruits


Appearance Intact, firm, sound and fresh Free from any foreign smell and or tasteClean, free from any visible foreign matterFree from black necrotic stains or trails (sap burn)Free from marked bruising

Free from pests, pest damage

Free of sunburn,

Size NA

Ripeness indicatorsBrix value 8% -10%Fruit form The shoulders must be developed- Fullness of the cheeksSkin colouring The colour must have lightened (light green to yellow)Colour of the fles Flesh around the stone should exhibit a distinct yellowish hueFirmness Should not be softSpecific gravity


Relative Humidity 85-95% Harvested with aid of a picking device

A very high producer of ethylene Have a stalk attached about 5cm to prevent latex flow - risk of fungus infectionMedium producer of ethylene Harvesting containers, utensils should be clean

Care ful hadling to minimize mechanical injuries

Rejection criteria

Immature mangoes TraceabilityPresence of pests, insect or their damage in the flesh or seed cavit Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptSkin abrasions, sun burn Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestDecaying Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Internal flesh break down TransportMaterials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Mangoes Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Description:

Floating test- sinks quickly - too ripe; sinks slowly or float just below water surface - good; Float high -immature fruits


Jelly seed - Disintegration of fresh around seed into jelly like mass (premature ripening)



PRODUCT NAME SPINACH


Appearanc Sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from floral stems, roots, free from pests and their damagesFree of any abnormal external moistureFree from foreign matter, soil

Free from damage caused by wilting, discolouration

Size Target 8-10cm in length; including 1-2 cm stalk

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvestUniformly green not yellow green

Storage temperatur4-6ºc

Relative Humidity 95-98%

Sensititivity to ethyHighly sensitive to exogenous ethyleneStore away from ethylene producing products

Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage to the petioles and leavesUse sharp cutting utensil to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the day; in the eveningHarvesting containers, utensils should be cleanHarvested produce to be moved to the cold room as soon as possible

Traceability

Rejection criteria Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of live pests - caterpillars and leaf miner Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestSoiled products Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Product delivered in dirty crates TransportChemical deposits Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Mechanical damages; Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Yellowing , wilting product


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Spinach Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Lazio, Lombardia, Swiss chard, Description: Greens

Well trimmed( leaf petioles are not excessively long in relation to the size of the leaf blades

1-2cm

Target leaf length 8- 10cm




PRODUCT NAME BABY LEAF GREEN Summer green


Appearanc Sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from floral stems, roots, free from pests and their damagesFree of any abnormal external moistureFree from foreign matter, soilWell trimmed at the base

Free from damage caused by wilting, discolouration

Size Target 250mm long at harvest; 70 gm per piece

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvestUniformly green not yellow green

Storage temperatur4-6ºc


Sensititivity to ethyHighly sensitive to exogenous ethyleneStore away from ethylene producing products

Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage to the petioles and leavesUse sharp cutting utensil to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the day; in the eveningHarvesting contains, utensils should be cleanHarvested produce to be moved to the cold room as soon as possible

Traceability

Rejection criteria Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of live pests - caterpillars and leaf miner Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestSoiled products Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Product delivered in dirty crates TransportChemical deposits Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Mechanical damages; Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Leaf Green Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Description: Greens




PRODUCT NAME SWEET PEPPER (RED) Berry


Appearanc Intact, sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from pests and their damagesWell developed, shiny, firmFree of unhealed injuries, mechanical damage, cracks, bruisesFree from defects such as cracks, decay, sunburnWell trimmed with peduncles attached about 2.5 -3 cmFree from any foreign smell or taintFree of any abnormal external moisture

Size Target 7-8cm in diameter; target length 10 - 12 cm

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvestUniformly red in colourTolerance 10% by count on uniform colour

Storage temperatur7.5-10ºc Relative Humidity90-95%

Sensititivity to ethyLow producer of ethylene

Highly sensitive to exogenous ethyleneStore away from ethylene producing products

Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage or crushing of the fruitUse sharp cutting utensil, clean harvesting containers to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the dayHarvest should take place when dew condensate has substantially gone

max 8cm Harvested produce to be moved to a cooler room within one hour from harvest

min 7cm Traceability

Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Max 8cm , min 7cm Transport

Rejection criteria Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Green peppers Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Presence of rots - soft slimy rot, bacterial spot, blossom end rot, ripe rot

Product delivered in dirty crates SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

Mechanically damaged PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Sweet pepper Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - King Arthur, Inspiration RZ Description:

SIDE VIEW

Length 100mm Minimum 120mm Maximum

TOP VIEWBOTTOM VIEW




PRODUCT NAME FRESHNO CHILLIES Fruits


Appearanc Intact, sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from pests and their damagesWell developed, shiny, firm, cone shaped tapering to apointFree of unhealed injuries, mechanical damage, cracks, bruisesFree from defects such as cracks, decay, sunburnWell trimmed with peduncles attached about 10 -30 mmFree from any foreign smell or taint; Free of any abnormal external moistureSlight curvature allowed

Size Target length 50 -80mm; 80-110mm in length; Diameter 20-30mm at stem end

Stalk 10 -30mm neatly trimmed

Colour Green - Uniform colouration without orange / yellow or red discoloured areas.Bright gloss mid to dark green

Red - Uniform colouration without orange / yello or green discoured areas.

Bright gloss mid to dark red

Storage temperatur7 -12ºc Relative Humidity90-95%

Sensititivity to ethyLow producer of ethylene ;Highly sensitive to exogenous ethylene

Store away from ethylene producing products

Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage or crushing of the fruitUse sharp cutting utensil, clean hartvesting containers to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the day

Transport Harvest should take place whendew condensate has substantially goneHarvested produce to be moved to a coller room within one hour from harvest

Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest. TraceabilityRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be kept

Rejection criteria Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestPresence of rots and moulds Produce must be accompanied by a delivery notePresence of splits or mechanical damages

Insect infestation and pest damagge

Discolouration, scarring, mottled patches, mishapen if over 5% SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Red & Green Freshnos Dated Jan 2006 Sign Sign

Version 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Freshno Supreme Desription:

Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates


Free from any foreign smell or taint; Free of any abnormal external moisture

Target length 50 -80mm; 80-110mm in length; Diameter 20-30mm at stem end

Green - Uniform colouration without orange / yellow or red discoloured areas.

Red - Uniform colouration without orange / yello or green discoured areas.

Low producer of ethylene ;Highly sensitive to exogenous ethylene



PRODUCT NAME BABY CORN Pan 44/ 14 Cobs


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, cleanEars free from disease, pests and their damagesWell trimmed basesFree from any foreign smell or taintFree of any abnormal external moistureRegular arrangement of undeveloped kernelsUniformly developed kernels and in colour

Size Target 90-120mm in length; target diameter 10 - 18mm without sheath

130mm colour

Storage temperatur5-7ºc Relative Humidity 90%

Sensititivity to ethyNot an important post harvest handling factor

Harvesting and handlingTo be done in the morning when temperatures are lowHarvested by hand into clean harvesting containersHarvested produce to be moved to a cooler room within one hour from harvestThe base ( stalk end) and tip to be trimmed and remove the first two outer leaves

12mm 16mm

Traceability

Rejection criteria Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptDiseased, damaged or presence of pest Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestIn sufficient kernel coverage Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Product delivered in dirty crates, presence of contamination TransportMechanically damaged Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Presence of moulds due to dried silks Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Dried outer leaves

Over mature kernels SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Corn Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position


Cobs with a uniform light cream to yellow colour; Outer leaves should be green and fresh

110mm



PRODUCT NAME ORGANIC SWEET CORN Pacific Hybrix 5 Cobs


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, shape of an elongated round coneEars free from disease, pests and their damages, firm and turgid

Length 170mm Well trimmed basesFree from any foreign smell or taintFree of any abnormal external moistureRegular arrangement of developed but immature kernels uniform and well filled rowsUniform in maturity, colour - cream yellow to yellowkernels should be plump and appear milky and not doughy when squeezed

Size

Diameter Minimum 40mm; target 50- 60mm

colour Uniform in maturity, colour - cream yellow to yellow

Cylindrical in shape

Length 190mm


Sensititivity to ethyNot an important post harvest factor

Diameter 50mm

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handEars are snapped downward and away from the main stalk.Stalk ends are trimmed short to prevent excessive moisture loss and remove outer sheaths onlyHarvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within two hours from harvesting

Rejection criteria TraceabilityRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be kept

Dried outer leaves Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestInsect, worm damage and live pests Produce must be accompanied by a delivery notePresence of moulds, decaying silk and kernels

Un filled rows , Over mature kernels TransportMechanically damaged Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Dehydrated kernels - dimpling, Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Ref: Raw material spec Sweet corn Dated Oct 2005 SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

Version 001 Authorized by P/H Manager PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONIssued to farms, master file Sign Sign

Position Position


Target 200-250mm in length, weight for each cob with sheaths 290-360g

Date Date

Regular arrangement of developed but immature kernels uniform and well filled rows

Stalk ends are trimmed short to prevent excessive moisture loss and remove outer sheaths only


PRODUCT NAME ORGANIC RUNNER BEANS Llight runner, Nickerson Beans


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight flat, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taint

Max curvature 30mm Free from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil splash or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy podsAll pods straight, no aborted seeds, no necks; curvature maximum 30mmFree from any chemical deposits

Size Target 200-280mm in length; width10 - 15 mm; maximum stalk 15mm

colour Uniform bright fresh green to dark green pods; the tips and stalk must be fresh green.



Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transfrerd to a charcoal coller within hour from harvesting

Traceability

Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvest

Rejection criteria Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Insect damage and live pests TransportPresence of moulds, rots Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Rust Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Mechanically damaged

dehydrated beans - wrinkled SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Organic Runner beans Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


Free from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy pods

Uniform bright fresh green to dark green pods; the tips and stalk must be fresh green.


PRODUCT NAME RUNNER BEANS GRADE II Light runner, Nickerson Beans


Appearanc Fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Grade III

Flat, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decay Broken beansFree from any foreign smell or taint Necks, constrictedFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matAborted seedsFree from scarred, over mature stringy podsFree from chemical depositsCurved pods, Over spec in length above 270mm, under spec in length below 180mmBroken tips and calyces

Grade III REJECTS Size Target length N/A; width N/A

Colour Uniform bright fresh green to dark green pods; the tips and stalk must be fresh green.



Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvesting

Traceability



Transport


Insect damage and live pests Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Presence of moulds, rots Over mature, seedy pods

Rust Chemical deposits SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

Mechanically damaged PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONdehydrated beans - wrinkled Sign SignRef: Raw material spec Runner beans GII Dated Jan 2006 Position Position

Version 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Date Date

Issued to farms, master file


Presence of foreign bodies or contamination

Curved pods, Over spec in length above 270mm, under spec in length below 180mm



PRODUCT NAME RUNNER BEANS GRADE I Light runner, Nickerson Beans


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight flat, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taint

Max curvature 30mm Free from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil splash or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy podsAll pods straight, no aborted seeds, no necks; curvature maximum 30mmFree from any chemical deposits






Traceability







PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Runner beans G I Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date





PRODUCT NAME FINE BEANS Amy, Paulista, Teresa Pods and seeds


Appearance Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight round, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy podsFree of any chemical deposits

pod diameter min.

Size Target 90- 130mm in length; Diameter 6.0 - 8 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm

colour Mid green to green, uniform without yellowing

Storage temperature Optimum 5 - 12ºc Relative Humidity 95%

Sensititivity to ethyle Not an important post harvest factor

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ripped whole with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clusters

Max. length 130mm Harvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvestingProduce must be arranged in crates, flat

Traceability




Rust Immature pods Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Mechanically damaged, bruised Overgrown or seedy pods

Dehydrated beans - wrinkled Chemical deposits


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Fine beans Dated Mar 2008 Sign SignVersion 2008-1 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


Presence of foreign bodies or signs of contamination

length 110mm

Target 90- 130mm in length; Diameter 6.0 - 8 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm

RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS appendix1

PRODUCT NAME EXTRA FINE BEANS Amy, Samantha, Teresa, Alexandra Pods and seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight round, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy pods

Max dia 6.0mm Free of any chemical depositsMin diameter 4.5mm

Size Target 80- 100mm in length; Diameter 4.5 - 6.0 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm


Storage temperaturOptimum 5 - 12ºc Relative Humidity 95%


Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ripped whole with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clustersHarvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvestingProduce must be arranged in crate flat

Traceability



TransportMaterials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates


Rejection criteria

Insect damage and live pestsPresence of moulds, rotsRust Immature pods

Mechanically damaged, bruised Overgrown or seedy pods SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

dehydrated beans - wrinkled PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONSign Sign

Ref: Raw material spec Extra Fine beans Dated Jan 2006 Position PositionVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Date Date



Min. 80mm

Max 110mm


Target 80- 100mm in length; Diameter 4.5 - 6.0 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm


PRODUCT NAME ORGANIC FINE BEANS Amy, Paulista, Teresa Pods and seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight round, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy podsFree of any chemical deposits

pod diameter min.

Size Target 90- 130mm in length; Diameter 5-8 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm


Storage temperaturOptimum 5 - 12ºc Relative Humidity 95%


Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ripped whole with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clusters

Max. length 130mm Harvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvestingProduce must be arranged in crates, flat

Traceability




Rust Immature pods Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Mechanically damaged, bruised Overgrown or seedy pods

Dehydrated beans - wrinkled Chemical deposits


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Organic Fine beans Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date



length 110mm

Target 90- 130mm in length; Diameter 5-8 mm maximum plus a stalk length maximum 10mm


PRODUCT NAME PURPLE SPROUTING BROCCOL Bordeux, Red early Brassica


AppearanceNo sign of yellowingNo open heads or flowering budsFree from any foreign smell or taintStalks not woody, no fibrous stemsStems to be young and tender not wilted

Size

colour Heads to be uniform green in colour

Storage temperatur2.0 - 5ºc Relative Humidity< 95%

Sensititivity to ethyExtremely sensitive to exposure to ethylene

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand

STD care Harvest into clean field crates

processing Beans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within one hour from harvestingThe stems to be separated based on length into:- 70-150mm and 150 - 200mmHigh care processing trim to 50-70mm

Traceability



High care Transport

Rejection criteria processing Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Insect damage and live pests Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Yellowing of florets, brown florets, Open flowers / buds

Dehydrated leaves and stem

Mechanically damaged, decaying , soft rots

Hollow stem seen at cut end SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Purple Sprouting Broccoli Dated Oct 2006 Sign SignVersion 002 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position


Free from pest and diseases, bruising, broken stems, soil and dirt, spray deposits, dehydrated stem and leaf.Target 150-200mm in length ( distance between stem base and tip of flower buds); Diameter 10 - 15 mm taken at the widest point of the stem base, maximum diameter 20mm

Minimum 150mm

Minimum 200mm

Issued to farms, master file Reason: Include HC length Date Date


PRODUCT NAME TENDER STEM BROCCOLI F Inspiration Brassica


Appearanc Single shoots with leaves, loose multi branching, long thin medium green stemsNo sign of yellowingHeads tight developed with no open heads or flowering budsFree from any foreign smell or taintStalks not woody, no fibrous stemsStems to be young and tender not wilted

Size

colour Heads to be uniform green in colour. Stems to be uniformly light to mid green.

Storage temperatur2.0 - 5ºc Relative Humidity< 95%

Sensititivity to ethyExtremely sensitive to exposure to ethylene

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field cratesBeans must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within one hour from harvestingThe stems to be separated based on length into:- 130-170mm and 170 - 230mm

Traceability



Insect damage and live pests TransportYellowing of florets, brown florets, Open flowers / buds Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Dehydrated leaves and stem Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Mechanically damaged, decaying , soft rots

Hollow stem seen at cut end SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Tender stem Broccoli Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


Free from pest and diseases, bruising, broken stems, soil and dirt, spray deposits, dehydrated stem and leaf.

Target 170-230mm in length ( distance between stem base and tip of flower buds); Diameter 8 - 15 mm taken at the widest point of the stem base

Spec suitable for Standard care packing

Spec suitable for High care processing

Single shoots with leaves, loose multi branching, long thin medium green stems


PRODUCT NAME CARROTS Kuroda, Nantes ROOTS


Appearanc Firm not flaccid or limpStraight with a uniform taper from shoulder to tipShould have little residual hairiness from lateral rootsNo green shoulders or green core caused by exposure to sunlight during growthHigh moisture contentFree from forked, twisted, cracked or mechanical damage

Size Minimum length 40mm - 60mm; 20mm - 30mm Dia at the shoulder

colour Bright to light orange

Storage temperatures requirements Relative Humidity98-100%

Exposure to ethylen

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field cratesHarvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within two hours from harvesting


Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Rejection criteria

Insect damage and live pests Wilting, shrivelling or ruberiness TransportPoor colour Bitterness Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Splitting or cracking Rots, moulds Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Mechanically damaged Over / under mature carrots

Green core, sunburn SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Chantenay Carrots Dated Jan 2009 Sign SignVersion 2009-1 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


5 -8ºc

It induce development of bitter flavours, do not store with ethylene producing commodities

No green shoulders or green core caused by exposure to sunlight during growth

RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS appendix1

PRODUCT NAME CARROTS Kuroda, Nantes ROOTS



Size Minimum length 90mm - 180mm in length; diameter 20 - 35 mm



Exposure to ethylen

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field cratesHarvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within two hours from harvesting


Under spec, curved carrots Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Rejection criteria





PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Carrots Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


5 -8ºc



RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX 1

PRODUCT NAME BUTTERNUT Early butternut , caseus, Ultra


Appearanc Flesh - turgid, spongyStraight with a uniform taper from shoulder to tipShould have little residual hairiness from lateral rootsNo green streaksFree from twisted, cracked or mechanical damagePeducle attached, free from decayStraight cylinder in shape

Size Minimum length 90mm minimum diameter 70mm

colour creamy tan / Lemon yellow


Exposure to ethylen

May cause absicion of the stem

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ensure the peduncle is attachedHarvest into clean field cratesHarvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within two hours from harvesting



Rejection criteria

Insect damage and live pests Green streaks TransportPoor colour Rots, moulds Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Splitting or cracking Over / under mature squash Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Butternut Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


12.5 -15ºc

Immaturemeets spec

RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 1

PRODUCT NAME MANGE TOUT Oregon pod II, Oregon Gian Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispStraight flat, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest damage - thrips and disease, broken pods and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matterStem and calyxes should be green, No blossoms attached to the podsFree form black spots and pepper spots

Size Target 60 - 80mm in length; in 50mm max 100mm; calyces max >10mm

colour Light to deep green pods, stalks and tips, without yellowing



Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ripped whole pods with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clusters.Harvest into clean field cratesPods must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvesting

Rejection criteria TraceabilityInsect damage and live pests Pepper spots Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of moulds, rots Chemical deposits Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestBlack spots Presence of debris- blossomsProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Mechanically damaged Soil splash TransportBroken pods and lack of cal Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.Soft rots


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Mange tout Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


Less sensitive to ethylene, yellowing and decay will result from extended exposure to low levels of ethylene, the calyx is more sensitive

Wilting, yellowing pods, browning of calyx

Presence of foreign bodies and contamination

min 60mm

Max 80mm


PRODUCT NAME SUGAR SNAP Cascadia, Sugar gem Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispPod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy pods

Good quality Good quality Free form black spots

Size Target 50 - 80mm in length; calyces max >10mm

colour Mid green to green pods, stalks and tips, without yellowing


Undersize Oversize Sensititivity to ethyNot an important post harvest factor

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, ripped whole pods with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clusters.Harvest into clean field crates

Bruising Pods must be harvested during dry weather in the coolest times of the day.Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvestingJumble packed in crates; delivered in crates

Poor sizes

Discoloration Traceability

Insect damage Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvest


Insect damage and live pests Pepper spots

Presence of moulds, rots Chemical deposits TransportBlack spots Presence of debris- flower Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Mechanically damaged Soil splash Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

dehydrated beans - wrinkled


Ref: Raw material spec Sugar snap Dated Oct 2005 PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Sign SignIssued to farms, master file Position Position

Date Date


Pod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by hand



PRODUCT NAME Sugar cane


Appearanc The cane should be firm , fresh and strong.free from pests and their damagesFree from foreign matter, soilFree from damage caused by mechanical damage, chilling injuryFree from big nodules and big buds, shoots

Internal qualityThe cane should not have brown patcheIncreased incidences of decay

Un even ripening/ failure to ripenWater soaked areas


Relative Humidity 85-95% Are hand harvested when fully mature

Should bunched and tied with stringHarvesting equipment should be cleanHarvested produce to be moved to the cold room as soon as possible

Rejection criteria

Mechanical damages and bruises TraceabilityDirt and other foreing matters Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptDiseases \ pest damage Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestBig nodules and big buds, shoots Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Off flavours TransportMaterials to be transported in clean, weather proof vehicles ; clean crates



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Sugar cane Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date

Variety - Several varities Description: Fruits


PRODUCT NAME GARDEN PEAS Ambasadour, Sommer woo Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispPod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest damage - thrips and disease, broken pods and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintPods with peduncles attached, well formed and containing at least five seeds

Size Pea seed diameter 7 -9mm

colour Light to deep green pods, stalks and tips, without browning




Rejection criteria TraceabilityInsect damage and live pests Soil splash Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of moulds, rots Chemical deposits Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestSoft rots Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Mechanically damaged TransportOvergrown peas (starchy) Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Garden peas Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position



Seeds should be tender, succulent, sufficiently firm (when squeezed between two fingers should become flat without disintegrating)




Minimum 7mm

Max diameter 9mm

RAW MATERIAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Appendix1

PRODUCT NAME EDAMAME BEANS As per sunripe list Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispPod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest damage - thrips and disease, broken pods and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintStem and calyxes should be green,

Size Seed diameter 10 -18mm

colour Light to deep green pods, stalks and tips, without yellowing


Length 10 - 18mm Sensititivity to ethylene



Mechanically damaged TransportMaterials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Edamame beans Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date







PRODUCT NAME GARDEN PEAS - PETIT POIS Waverex, Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispPod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest damage - thrips and disease, broken pods and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintStem and calyxes should be green,

Size Pea seed diameter 5.5 -7.5m Sweetness - Sweeter than normal peas brix >16%






Mechanically damaged TransportOvergrown peas (oversize) Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Garden peas - Petit poiDated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date





5.5mm-7.5 Dia


Sweetness - Sweeter than normal peas brix >16%

To be done by hand, ripped whole pods with fresh tips and calyces in singles not in clusters.


PRODUCT NAME BABY LEEKS Swiss Bluvertia, Amor Stems and leaves


Trimmed Trim off Appearanc Free from greening shanks at more than 50%roots excess flag Free from limpness and dehydration

Free from yellowing leavesFree from rots and mouldsNo bruised leaves or shankShanks / stem should not be bentNo excessive mud or soil

Size Target length 180mm - 240mm including 10mm roots; Diameter 10 -18mm

Leeks for high care processing muiust have along shank with minimal flag.

colour White to pale green at shank changing to mid to dark green at flag.



Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, trim off the roots to 10mm; Remove the outer leaf ; trim to spec lengthArrange into claen crates, no overfilling to prevent damageHarvested produce to be transfrerd to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvesting

Traceability



A, B Standard care processed quality

B, C High care quality Transport


Insect damage and live pests Mechanically damaged Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Presence of moulds, rots Dehydrated leeks

Over spec leeks in diameter Under spec leeks - length & diame SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

Mechanically damaged Chemical deposits PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONSign Sign

Ref: Raw material spec Baby leeks Dated Jan 2006 Position PositionVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Date Date


Shank : flag ratio - 70:30; thus minimum flag size 30% of the leek


Leeks for high care processing muiust have along shank with minimal flag.

To be done by hand, trim off the roots to 10mm; Remove the outer leaf ; trim to spec length


PRODUCT NAME BROAD BEANS Tony Pods with seeds


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, turgid and crispPod with some degree of filing in, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest damage - thrips and disease, broken pods and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintPods with peduncles attached, well formed and containing at least five seeds

Size Bean seed diameter 18 -22mm





TraceabilityRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

TransportMaterials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Rejection criteria Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Insect damage and live pests Soil splash

Presence of moulds, rots Chemical depositsOvergrown beansMechanically damaged



PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Broad beans Dated Jan 2006 Sign SignVersion 2006 - 002 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Revised July 2006 Date Date



Presence of foreign bodies

Reason: Change of size spec


PRODUCT NAME RED CABBAGE Mammoth red rock


Appearanc Head compact - firm or hardFre of insects, decay, seed stalkLeaves crisp and turgid

Head free of excess wrapper leavesHead free of soft rot and damageWell trimmed at the baseFree from damage caused by wilting, discolouration

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvest

Dark mauve leaves

Storage temperaturOptimum 0ºc

Relative Humidity >95%

Sensititivity to ethyHighly sensitive to exogenous ethyleneLow ethylene producer

Harvesting and handlingHarvest during coolest part of the dayHarvested by hand, bending the head to one side and cutting it with a sharp knife.Cut flat as close to head as possible, retain 2-4 wrapper leavesRemove yellowed, damaged or diseased wrapper leaves.Keep heads in the shade, move to cold room as soon as possible

Target weight 250 -380 grams Avoid rough handlingDo not excessively trim

Traceability

Rejection criteria Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptPresence of live pests - caterpillars Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestInternal break down Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Discolouration of leaves or stem end, decay TransportPhysical injury - browning, cracking, breakage of mid rib Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Loose head, exposed leaves Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.


Rots - soft rot, mold rot SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec red cabbage Jul-06 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Description: Brassica

Exposed head

Head covered with outer leaves


Harvested by hand, bending the head to one side and cutting it with a sharp knife.



PRODUCT NAME BABY RED ONIONS Red creole


Appearanc Intact, fresh not exposed, outer skin drySound - no rots, mold spots, deteriorationClean - free from any foreign matterFree of any abnormal external moistureSufficiently dry for the intended useEven coloured Red to deep purpleFree from foreign smell / taste

Size Diameter 10 -20mm

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvestEven coloured Red to deep purple

Storage temperaturOptimum 12ºc


Sensititivity to ethyLow sensitive to exogenous ethylene

Harvesting and handlingHarvest when necks are reasonably dry and tops have fallen overCured after harvest - drying room 20 -30 0ºc; 70% relative humidity for 12-24 hoursHarvesting contains, utensils should be clean

Traceability

Rejection criteria Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptEvidence of growth Rots- Grey fungal growth Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestInsect damage Molds - Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Sunscalded TransportGreen Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Mechanical damages, bruised Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.


PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Red onions Dated July 2006 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position

Variety - Description: Bulbs

Black discolouration at neck

Bacterial soft rots - appear healthy but inner scales are brown with a characteristic foul smellThick leathery skin with water

glassy scales (water scale)

Minimum diameter 25mm

Max diameter 35mm

covered with a dry outer skin


Cured after harvest - drying room 20 -30 0ºc; 70% relative humidity for 12-24 hours



PRODUCT NAME BABY SALAD ONIONS Parade Stems and leaves


Appearanc Free from limpness and dehydrationFree from yellowingFree from rots and mouldsNo bruised leaves or shankShanks / stem should not be bent

Flag No excessive mud or soilShank

Size Deliver full length. No trimming in the field

packing length 100 - 130mm,

Diameter 5-10mm,

colour White to pale green at shank changing to mid to dark green at flag.

Storage temperatur5.0-8ºc Relative Humidity 95-98%


Harvesting and handlingTo be done by hand, trim off the roots to 10mm; Arrange into clean crates, no overfilling to prevent damageHarvested produce to be transfrerd to a charcoal cooler within hour from harvesting

Traceability

Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be kept

Length 100mm – 130mm Stem diameter 5mm Products must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvest

Bulb diameter 10mm Produce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Rejection criteria TransportInsect damage and live pests Mechanically damaged Materials to be transported in clean, temperature controlled vehicles ; clean crates

Presence of moulds, rots Dehydrated leeks Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Over spec leeks in diameter Under spec leeks - length & diameter

Mechanically damaged Chemical depositsBulbing Yellowing SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONSign Sign

Ref: Raw material spec Baby salad onions Dated Jan 2006 Position Position


Shank : flag ratio - 70:30 at the time of packing,

Version 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Date DateIssued to farms, master file


PRODUCT NAME OKRA Pusa sawani Pods


Appearanc Intact, sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from pests and their damagesFree of unhealed injuries, mechanical damage, cracks, bruisesFree from defects such as cracks, decay, sunburnWell trimmed with peduncles attached Free from any foreign smell or taintFree of any abnormal external moisture

Size Target 10-15mm in diameter; target length 50 - 150 mm

colour Green in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvest fresh green stalk

Shape Hexagonal




Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage or crushing of the fruitUse sharp cutting utensil, clean harvesting containers to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the dayHarvest should take place when dew condensate has substantially goneHarvested produce to be moved to a cooler room within one hour from harvest

Traceability

Records of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Transport


Soft and wet Mechanically damaged Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Presence of rots - Browning

Product delivered in dirty cratesshrivelled SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Okra Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position


Peduncle




PRODUCT NAME BABY AUBERGINES


Appearanc Intact, sound, clean and fresh in appearanceFree from pests and their damagesWell developed, shiny, firmFree of unhealed injuries, mechanical damage, cracks, bruisesFree from defects such as cracks, decay, sunburnWell trimmed with peduncles Free from any foreign smell or taintFree of any abnormal external moisture

Size Target 80-120mm in Length excluding peduncle; target diameter 40mm

colour Normal in colour and appearance for the variety and time of harvestUniformly dark purple




Harvesting and handlingTo be done with care to prevent damage or crushing of the fruitUse sharp cutting utensil, clean harvesting containers to harvestHarvesting to be done at the coolest part of the dayHarvest should take place when dew condensate has substantially goneHarvested produce to be moved to a cooler room within one hour from harvest

TraceabilityRecords of chemical, fertilizer applications must be keptProducts must have a tag at delivery that show source, farm / block; date of harvestProduce must be accompanied by a delivery note

Transport


Soft and wet soft stems Product must be transported within 12 Hrs from harvest.

Presence of rots - Browning

Product delivered in dirty cratesshrivelled SPECIFICATION AGREED BY

Mechanically damaged PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Aubergines Dated Oct 2005 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position Position



Target 80-120mm in Length excluding peduncle; target diameter 40mm



PRODUCT NAME BABY CARROTS Mignon ROOTS



Size Minimum length 70 - 110mm in length; diameter 5 - 10 mm at the widest point


Storage temperatures requirements Relative Humidity 98-100%

Exposure to ethylen

Harvesting and handlingTo be done by handHarvest into clean field crates



Rejection criteria





PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Baby Carrots Dated June 2008 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date


5 -8ºc


Harvested produce to be transferred to a charcoal cooler within two hours from harvesting



PRODUCT NAME HELDA BEANS Limka Beans


Appearanc Whole, fresh in appearance, sound, clean, Straight flat, young and tender pods, easily broken by handFree from pest and disease, break down and decayFree from any foreign smell or taintFree from rust, wrinkled, dehydrated, soil splash or extraneous matterFree from broken, scarred, twisted, excessive curvature or over mature stringy podsAll pods straight, no aborted seeds, no necks; curvature maximum 30mmFree from any chemical deposits






Traceability







PACK HOUSE PRODUCTIONRef: Raw material spec Helda Beans Dated June 2008 Sign SignVersion 001 Authorized by P/H Manager Position PositionIssued to farms, master file Date Date




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