The scientific name of the nectarine is Prunus Persica Nectarina and differs from the peach tree since the nectarine is smooth skinned. The nectarine came from an ocular mutation of the peach and became known in Greece in 100 BC. In fact, has derived from a mix of peach and apple. An ideal place of cultivation is mainly the central and western Macedonia, where the specific soil and the climatic conditions favour the growth of this fruit.
The nectarine contains fibers potassium, vitamin C and E. Potassium is involved in the nerve function and to the regulation of the pressure, while vitamins C and E are powerful antioxidants that strengthen the immune system.
The Nectarine: 100g – 48 calories
| Description | Net Weight | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden box 4 kg one layer | 3.5 – 4 kg | 46x27x9 cm |
| Wooden box 5 kg one layer | 4.5 – 5 kg | 50x30x9 cm |
| Wooden box 10 kg two layers | 9 – 10 kg | 50x30x18 cm |
| Carton box 10 punnets x 1kg | 10×1 kg | 60x40x14 cm |
| Carton box 7kg one layer | 7 kg | 60x40x9 cm |
| Carton box 7kg one layer or loose |
5 kg | 40x30x13 cm |
Aside from the above standardized basic packaging, the cooperative can potentially offer customized packaging depending on customer requirements.
| Variety | JUNE | JULY | AUG | SEPT | OCT | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIG BAN | 15/6 – 30/6 | |||||
| RITA STAR | 25/6 – 10/7 | |||||
| KALTEZI 2000 * | 05/7 – 25/7 | |||||
| BIG TOP | 05/7 – 25/7 | |||||
| MESEBRINE ** | 10/7 – 30/7 | |||||
| ALI TOP | 15/7 – 30/7 | |||||
| DOUNT NICE ** | 25/7 – 10/8 | |||||
| RED GOLD | 25/7 – 15/8 | |||||
| KALTEZI 2010 * | 10/8 – 20/8 | |||||
| VENUS | 15/8 – 30/8 | |||||
| FINTELIA | 15/8 – 05/9 | |||||
| MORSIANI 51 | 20/8 – 05/9 | |||||
| ORION | 20/8 – 05/9 | |||||
| MORSIANI 90 | 10/9 – 20/9 |
