Pomegranete
Specialty produce is subject to availability Pomegranetes are nearly round, 2-1/2 to 5'' wide fruit is crowned at the base by the prominent calyx. The tough, leathery skin or rind is typically yellow overlaid with light or deep pink or rich red. The interior is separated by membranous walls and white, spongy, bitter tissue into compartments packed with sacs filled with sweetly acid, juicy, red, pink or whitish pulp or aril. In each sac there is one angular, soft or hard seed. High temperatures are essential during the fruiting period to get the best flavor. The pomegranate may begin to bear in 1 year after planting out, but 2-1/2 to 3 years is more common. Under suitable conditions the fruit should mature some 5 to 7 months after bloom.

Storage
» Store immediately in the coldest part of the walk-in cooler (Typically, this will be on a lower shelf and farthest away from the entry door). Pomegranetes are very susceptible to damage from the heat of the kitchen.
» Store exposed product away from drafts from the cooler fan. Always keep in the original cartons or the original bags.
» Do not stack product on top of the cases or cause the pomegranetes to be crushed.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Fresh pomegranetes have an expected shelf life of 6-7 days. Plan to rotate frequently to maintain maximum quality.
» Avoid placing pomegranetes on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.