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Sweet corn

Supersweet export corn; retail and IQF processing.

Ecuadorian sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) is harvested at milky stage with uniform yellow kernels and high sugar content. Ears wrapped in husk or shelled by destination. Exported in 5–10 kg boxes with rapid pre-cooling for Europe, Asia, and North America.

Origin
Guayas & Los Ríos, Ecuador
Harvest season
Year-round (coastal peaks)
Export specifications
Caliber 18–22 cm · 8 kg box · Cold 0–2 °C · IQF available

Ideal for

Retail, salads, foodservice, IQF industry, soups, sides, and healthy cooking.

Storage & handling

0–8 °C depending on product, 90–95% RH. Keep away from ethylene-producing fruit.

Preparation

Wash and sanitize. Peel, cut, or blanch per destination; chill quickly after processing.

Vitamins & minerals

Fiber, thiamine, folate, magnesium, and antioxidants (lutein and zeaxanthin).

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