Zucchini

Green export fruit; high-volume retail and foodservice.

Ecuadorian zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) is produced in greenhouses and field with straight fruit, glossy green stripe-free skin, and firm flesh with immature seeds. European and GGP standard calibers. Exported in 5–8 kg pre-cooled boxes for European markets year-round.

Origin

Pichincha & Guayas, Ecuador

Harvest season

Year-round

Export specifications

Caliber 14–21 cm · 6 kg box · Cold 7–10 °C · 10–14 day shelf life