Ciruelaz circulo

Worldwide known as the “superfruit”, the chilean cherries are mostly consumed by China, country that imports more than 90% of the national production.

General information

Variety

Santina, Bing, Lapins, Regina, Kordia, among others.

Harvest and shipments

November - January

Sizes

From large (22-24 mm) to super premium (32mm up)

Colors

Light and dark.

Formats

2,5 kg, 5kg among others.
Geographical zone

Chile is positioned as the main grower and exporter of cherries in the southern hemisphere. The production is focused primarily on the O´Higgins and Maule regions and it keeps growing every day due to its huge popularity in China and excellent sales results around the world.

Benefits

Well known for its countless nutritional benefits. High content in anthocyanin, antioxidants that help prevent cardiac and cancer related diseases. Contains melatonin which helps the body regulate the cardiac rhythm and sleeping cycle. Cherries are an excellent source of beta-carotene (vitamin A essential for growth and development of the body, correct functioning of the immune system and eyesight). Also, are rich in vitamins C, E, potassium, magnesium, iron, folic acid and fiber, being this last one particularly important for the digestive health and helps reduce diabetes disease risk.

Nutritional information - 100 g portion

Energy

50 Kcal

Potassium

173 mg

Carbohydrates

12 g

Proteins

1 g

Vitamin A

1.283 IU

Vitamin C

10 mg

Calcium

16 mg

Iron

0,3 mg

Magnesium

9 mg