Artichokes (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus) are a nutrient-rich thistle plant native to the Mediterranean, valued for both culinary and medicinal uses. Here’s a detailed overview of their benefits, uses, and precautions:

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium globe artichokes cultivated in Egypt's Nile Delta. Our artichokes feature tight globes, meaty bracts, and tender hearts - ideal for European supermarkets, specialty food distributors, and preserved vegetable processors. With 45 years of expertise, we implement rapid field-to-cooling protocols to preserve quality and extend shelf life for winter/spring markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (alluvial soil, controlled irrigation) Main Varieties:

• Green Globe: Classic round head, dense heart

• Imperial Star: Spineless, uniform sizing

• Violet de Provence: Purple variety, gourmet segment Season: December - April (Peak: February-March)

Product Specifications

• Head Size: 8-10cm (medium), 10-12cm (jumbo)

• Head Weight: 250-400g

• Bract Formation: Tight, compact (>80% closed head)

• Stem Length: 5-8cm with clean cut

• Color: Deep green (Green Globe) or purple (Violet)

Quality Metrics

• Heart Ratio: ≥15% of total weight

• Defect Tolerance: ≤3% blemishes

• Shelf Life: 21-28 days at 0-2°C

• Firmness: >40 N compression test

• Choke Development: Immature (minimal fuzz)

Product Forms

• Whole trimmed heads

• Fresh-cut hearts (acidulated)

• Quartered for food service

• Bulk field-packed (Custom trimming available)

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 4-head cartons

• Food Service: 10kg waxed boxes

• Export Standard: Telescopic cartons (6kg)

• Heart Packs: 2kg vacuum bags

• Private Label: Custom packaging (MOQ 1,000 units)

Did You Know? The name "artichoke" evolved from Arabic al-kharshūfa via Italian articiocco, later influenced by folk etymology (e.g., "heart-choke") due to its thorny choke

Egypt Overseas delivers sun-dried, hand-selected garlic directly from Egypt’s fertile Nile Delta. Grown under optimal conditions and naturally dried, our garlic offers intense flavor, high allicin content (1.2-1.5%), and extended shelf life – perfect for bulk buyers, food processors, and global distributors. With 45 years of expertise, we ensure farm-to-port quality control for consistent supply year-round.

Origin & Variety

• Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (sandy soil, 300+ sunny days/year)

• Variety: Egyptian White (Allium sativum)

Product Forms

• Whole bulbs | Peeled cloves | Slices | Granules | Powder (Custom cuts available)

Quality Metrics

• Moisture: ≤ 8% (ISO 3630 compliant)

• Color: Creamy white to golden

• Purity: 99.9% foreign matter-free

• Shelf Life: 24 months in dry storage

Packing Options

• Standard: 10kg cartons or 20kg mesh bags

• Custom: OEM branding (MOQ 20 MT)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium fresh garlic harvested at peak freshness from Egypt's fertile Nile Delta. Grown in optimal conditions with traditional farming expertise, our garlic offers robust flavor, plump cloves, and exceptional culinary quality – ideal for supermarkets, food service distributors, and fresh produce wholesalers. With 45 years of expertise, we maintain farm-to-port cold chain integrity for maximum freshness and shelf life.

Origin & Variety Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (sandy loam soil, ideal climate conditions) Variety: Egyptian White (Allium sativum) Harvest Season: April-July (Main season), October-December (Secondary crop)

Product Forms Whole bulbs (regular & jumbo sizes) | Pre-packed consumer units (Bulk or retail-ready packaging available)

Quality Metrics Bulb Diameter: 5-6cm (Standard), 6-7cm (Jumbo) Clove Count: 10-16 cloves per bulb Color: Bright white with purple striations Purity: 99.5% defect-free Shelf Life: 3-6 months in cool storage

Packing Options

• Bulk Export: 10kg mesh bags, 20kg cartons

• Retail Ready: 500g/1kg net bags, tray packs

• Custom: Private label packaging (MOQ 15 MT)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium green beans harvested at peak tenderness from Egypt's Nile Delta. Our beans feature exceptional crispness, vibrant color, and uniform sizing - ideal for supermarkets, food service distributors, and frozen vegetable processors. With 45 years of horticultural expertise, we maintain rapid field-to-cooling protocols to preserve freshness and nutritional quality for European winter markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (alluvial soil, controlled irrigation) Main Varieties:

• French Beans (Haricots Verts): Slender, extra-fine (6-8mm diameter)

• Standard Green Beans: Tender, meaty (8-10mm diameter)

• Yellow Wax Beans: Specialty variety (limited quantities) Season: October - April (Peak European winter supply)

Product Forms

• Whole fresh beans (trimmed ends)

• Cut beans (2-4cm pieces)

• French-style sliced (diagonal cut)

• Bulk field-packed or retail-ready (Custom cuts/packing available)

Quality Metrics

• Length: 12-16cm (French), 14-18cm (Standard)

• Color: Uniform deep green (Pantone 17-6153 TCX)

• Texture: Firm snap (>300g force penetration)

• Defect Tolerance: ≤3% blemishes

• Shelf Life: 10-14 days at 4-7°C

• Brix Level: 6-8° (sweetness indicator)

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 200g/500g flowpack bags

• Food Service: 5kg cartons with liner

• Export Standard: 10kg telescopic cartons

• Bulk Processing: 500kg bins

• Private Label: Custom branding (MOQ 1,000 units)

Egypt Overseas delivers premium tropical guavas cultivated in Egypt's Nile Delta microclimates. Our guavas feature aromatic pink or white flesh, buttery texture, and natural sweetness - ideal for gourmet fruit markets, juice processors, and exotic produce distributors. With 45 years of subtropical fruit expertise, we harvest at optimal ripeness and implement specialized handling to preserve delicate flavors for European and Gulf markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (protected microclimates, alluvial soil) Main Varieties:

• Red Malaysian: Pink flesh, high vitamin C

• Thai White: Crisp white flesh, floral notes

• Mexican Cream: Buttery texture, small seeds Season: July - December (Peak: September-November)

Product Specifications

• Size: 6-8cm diameter (100-150g)

• Shape: Uniform oval or pear-shaped

• Skin Color: Lime green to yellow (ripe)

• Flesh Color: Vibrant pink or creamy white

• Seed Content: <5% by weight

Quality Metrics

• Brix Level: 8-12° (sweetness guarantee)

• Firmness: 30-50 N compression test

• Aroma Intensity: Strong characteristic fragrance

• Defect Tolerance: ≤3% blemishes

• Shelf Life: 10-14 days at 8-10°C

• Vitamin C: ≥200mg/100g (pink varieties)

Product Forms

• Whole fruit (stem-on)

• Pre-ripened ready-to-eat

• Fresh-cut halves/cubes

• Bulk field-packed (Custom ripening stages available)

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 2-fruit clamshells (500g)

• Food Service: 4kg telescopic cartons

• Export Standard: Single-layer trays (6kg)

• Gourmet Selection: Foam-net wrapped singles

• Private Label: Custom packaging (MOQ 500 units)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium hot peppers cultivated in Egypt's sun-drenched Nile Valley. Our diverse range features vibrant colors, consistent heat levels, and crisp texture - ideal for food processors, ethnic markets, and spicy food distributors. With 45 years of chili expertise, we harvest at optimal maturity and implement careful handling to preserve pungency and freshness for global markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Upper Egypt (sandy soil, 350+ sunny days/year) Heat Range & Varieties:

• Mild (1,000-5,000 SHU): Anaheim, Poblano

• Medium (5,000-30,000 SHU): Jalapeño, Serrano, Hungarian Wax

• Hot (30,000-100,000 SHU): Cayenne, Tabasco

• Extreme (100,000+ SHU): Bird's Eye, Habanero (limited) Season: Year-round (Peak: May-September)

Product Specifications

• Size: Variety-specific sizing (e.g., Jalapeño: 5-8cm)

• Color: Green (unripe), variety-specific ripe colors (red, yellow, orange)

• Shape: Characteristic to variety (tapered, blocky, wrinkled)

• Stem: 15-20mm with calyx attached

• Heat Consistency: ±10% SHU tolerance

Quality Metrics

• Scoville Rating: Certified heat levels

• Firmness: >40 N compression test

• Color Uniformity: ≥90% within batch

• Defect Tolerance: ≤5% blemishes

• Shelf Life: 14-21 days at 7-10°C

• Moisture Content: 85-90%

Product Forms

• Whole fresh peppers (stem-on)

• Pre-sorted by heat level

• Sliced rings/strips (fresh or IQF)

• Bulk field-packed

• Specialty mixed heat packs

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 200g/500g flowpacks

• Food Service: 5kg cartons

• Export Standard: 10kg telescopic cartons

• Bulk Processing: 20kg waxed boxes

• Private Label: Custom heat-level packaging (MOQ 1 MT)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium iceberg lettuce cultivated in Egypt's Nile Delta. Our lettuce features crisp, tightly packed heads, sweet heart leaves, and exceptional shelf life - ideal for supermarkets, food service distributors, and fresh-cut processors. With 45 years of leafy green expertise, we implement rapid field-to-cooling protocols to preserve crunch and freshness for European markets year-round.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (sandy loam soil, controlled irrigation) Main Varieties:

• Crisphead Type: Traditional dense heads

• Batavia Type: Semi-headed, heat-tolerant

• Mini Heads: 300-400g specialty size Season: Year-round production (Peak quality: October-April)

Product Specifications

• Head Weight: 700-900g (standard), 300-400g (mini)

• Core Length: <3cm (minimal trimming)

• Leaf Color: Outer: medium green (Pantone 16-0230 TCX)

• Heart Color: Crisp white to pale green

• Head Density: Firm, tight structure

Quality Metrics

• Brix Level: 4-6° (sweetness indicator)

• Core Browning: None at packing

• Tip Burn: ≤2% incidence

• Shelf Life: 21-28 days at 0-1°C

• Defect Tolerance: ≤5% wrapper leaf damage

• Firmness: >15 N compression test

Product Forms

• Whole heads (trimmed)

• Fresh-cut shreds/chunks

• Quartered heads (food service)

• Ready-to-eat salad mixes

• Bulk field-packed

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: Individual shrink-wrapped heads

• Food Service: 12-head cases

• Export Standard: Vacuum-cooled cartons

• Fresh-Cut: 5kg MA bags

• Private Label: Custom packaging (MOQ 1,000 heads)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium mangetout (snow peas) hand-harvested at peak tenderness from Egypt's Nile Delta. Our flat-podded peas feature crisp texture, sweet flavor, and vibrant green color - ideal for gourmet retailers, supermarkets, and food service distributors. With 45 years of specialty vegetable expertise, we implement rapid field-to-cooling protocols to preserve delicate sugars and ensure premium quality for European winter markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (alluvial soil, controlled irrigation) Main Varieties:

• Oregon Sugar Pod: Wide flat pods, stringless

• Dwarf White Sugar: Early maturing, tender

• Mammoth Melting: Large pods, high yield Season: November - April (Peak European winter supply)

Product Specifications

• Pod Length: 7-9cm (standard), 9-12cm (jumbo)

• Width: 18-25mm

• Color: Vibrant green (Pantone 17-0336 TCX)

• Seed Development: Immature, barely visible

• Stem Trim: Clean 5mm attachment

Quality Metrics

• Brix Level: 6-8° (sweetness guarantee)

• Texture: Crisp snap (>250g force penetration)

• Defect Tolerance: ≤3% blemishes or deformities

• Shelf Life: 12-16 days at 0-2°C

• Moisture Content: 88-92%

• Stringlessness: 100% string-free varieties

Product Forms

• Whole untrimmed pods

• Stem-trimmed ready-to-use

• Retail pre-packs

• Bulk field-packed (Custom trimming available)

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 200g/250g flowpack bags

• Food Service: 2kg cartons with liner

• Export Standard: 5kg telescopic cartons

• Gourmet Selection: 500g bamboo trays

• Private Label: Custom packaging (MOQ 500 units)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium mangoes cultivated in Egypt's Nile Valley microclimates. Our mangoes feature buttery texture, complex floral-sweet flavor, and vibrant colors - ideal for gourmet retailers, premium supermarkets, and tropical fruit distributors. With 45 years of subtropical expertise, we harvest at optimal maturity and implement specialized ripening protocols for perfect eating quality in European markets.

Origin & Varieties Origin: Upper Egypt (sandy soils, 350+ sunny days/year) Main Varieties:

• Keitt: Green-red skin, fiberless flesh (Aug-Oct)

• Kent: Red blush, rich flavor (Jun-Sep)

• Tommy Atkins: Vibrant red-orange, firm texture (May-Jul)

• Ataulfo (Honey): Golden skin, creamy texture (Jul-Aug) Season: May - October (Peak: July-September)

Product Specifications

• Size: 300-600g (medium), 600-900g (jumbo)

• Shape: Variety-specific (oval, round, kidney)

• Skin Color: Green to full blush depending on variety

• Flesh Color: Deep orange to golden yellow

• Fiber Content: <5% (except Tommy Atkins)

Quality Metrics

• Brix Level: 14-18° (sweetness guarantee)

• Firmness (at harvest): 30-50 N compression

• Dry Matter: 16-20%

• Defect Tolerance: ≤3% skin blemishes

• Shelf Life: 14-21 days at 10-13°C

• Eating Quality: Buttery texture, no fiber

Product Forms

• Whole fruit (stem-attached)

• Ready-to-eat (pre-ripened)

• Fresh-cut cubes/slices

• Bulk field-packed (Ripening stage options available)

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: Single-fruit foam nets

• Food Service: 4kg telescopic cartons

• Export Standard: Single-layer trays (6kg)

• Gourmet Selection: 2-fruit gift boxes

• Private Label: Custom packaging (MOQ 500 units)

Product Overview Egypt Overseas delivers premium citrus grown in Egypt's sun-drenched Nile Delta. Our oranges feature optimal sugar-acid balance, vibrant color, and exceptional juiciness - perfect for supermarkets, juice processors, and fresh produce distributors. With 45 years of citrus expertise, we maintain strict quality control from orchard to port for consistent winter supply to global markets.

Origin & Variety

Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt (sandy alluvial soil, 320 sunny days/year) Main Varieties:

• Navel Oranges (November-March): Seedless, easy-peeling, premium fresh market

• Valencia Oranges (March-June): High-juice content, ideal for processing

• Blood Oranges (January-March): Distinctive crimson flesh, gourmet segment

Product Forms

• Loose Class 1 fruit (80-110mm caliber)

• Consumer bags (2kg/4kg mesh)

• Bulk bins (400-500kg)

• Juice-grade quantities (Custom sizing/packing available)

Quality Metrics

• Size: 72-110mm diameter (calibrated)

• Brix Level: 10-14° (sweetness)

• Acidity: 0.5-1.0% (optimal balance)

• Color: Uniform orange (≥90% surface coloration)

• Juice Content: ≥35% for Valencia

• Shelf Life: 21-28 days at 5-8°C

• Defect Tolerance: ≤5%

Packing Options

• Retail Ready: 4kg/5kg mesh bags (MA packaging)

• Export Standard: 15kg cartons (telescopic design)

• Bulk Shipment: 1000kg pallet bins

• Private Label: Custom branding (MOQ 10 MT)

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