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Framboise / Rubus idaeus
Description: Wild varieties of Raspberries are found in Europe, West Asia and North America and its origin is, therefore, uncertain. The picking of wild Raspberry is still quite common. Cultivation of raspberries began in the last century, starting in the U.S.A. and later in Europe. Only Red Raspberries are cultivated in Europe, whereas in America Black Raspberries also are grown.
Keeping Qualities:
Ethylene: During the natural ripening process, Raspberries produce a moderate amount of ethylene. The aging process of Raspberries is not accelerated through exposure to any amount of ethylene.
Moisture Maintenance: Approx. Water Content: 83%
Through maintaining a cool and moist environment it is possible to maximize shelf life.
The ideal storage conditions are 90-95% RH @ 0°C where the raspberries should last about 5 days.
At room temperature of 20°C and 60% RH, Raspberries may only last 1 day.
Sensitivity Factors scale: 1-3 (3=very sensitive)
Temperature 3
Relative Humidity 3
Sensitivity to Ethylene -
Chilling injuries -
Weight Loss Graph: This graph shows how the product looses weight as it looses water when stored in a normal refrigerated environment of 5°C as opposed to one that is humidified to 95% RH.
