Hayward Kiwifruit | C #20's | Ruby River® | California | C-CTN ±10 Kg
Hayward kiwifruit (Actinidia deliciosa) is a premium green kiwifruit variety recognized for its emerald-green flesh, naturally sweet flavor, refreshing acidity and abundant juiciness. Grown in California, USA, and marketed under the Ruby River® brand, it stands out for its attractive size, pleasant texture and excellent eating quality. Its approximately 10 Kg cardboard carton, featuring commercial size #20's, is ideal for supermarkets, fresh produce retailers, restaurants, hotels and foodservice establishments.
Organoleptic Properties
Oval to slightly elliptical fruit with thin, light-to-medium brown skin covered in characteristic fine fuzz. The flesh features a vibrant bright-green color, a creamy-white center and numerous small black seeds arranged radially. Its texture is juicy, smooth and delicately firm, delivering a flavor that combines tropical sweetness, balanced acidity and refreshing fruity notes. As the fruit reaches eating ripeness, its flesh becomes more tender and develops a pleasant aroma.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for fresh consumption, fruit salads, bowls, yogurt, breakfasts, smoothies, juices and buffets. In baking and pastry applications, Hayward kiwifruit is excellent for fruit tarts, cheesecakes, mousses, sorbets, parfaits and dessert decorations. In contemporary cuisine, it can be incorporated into gourmet salads, fresh salsas, vinaigrettes and accompaniments for fish and seafood. It pairs particularly well with strawberries, mango, pineapple, coconut, mint, yogurt, white chocolate and citrus fruits. Its vibrant green flesh provides an attractive visual contrast in culinary presentations.
Format
Cardboard carton (C-CTN) containing approximately 10 Kg of fresh Hayward kiwifruit, Ruby River® brand, originating from California, USA. Size C #20's: a commercial count-based sizing designation associated with a selection of relatively large fruit. The carton supports convenient distribution, cold storage and attractive retail display.
Storage and Handling
For commercial storage, maintain preferably at 0–1 °C (32–34 °F) and approximately 90–95% relative humidity, preserving a consistent cold chain. Avoid impacts, excessive compression and prolonged exposure to heat. Kiwifruit is a climacteric fruit sensitive to ethylene, meaning ripening can accelerate when stored near mature apples, bananas or pears. For household consumption, refrigerate firm kiwifruit and allow it to ripen at room temperature when desired. Once cut, keep refrigerated.
Quality and Selection Criteria
Select kiwifruit displaying intact brown skin, characteristic shape and no signs of mold, decay or sunken areas. For immediate consumption, the fruit should yield slightly to gentle pressure without becoming excessively soft. The flesh should retain its vibrant green color, abundant juiciness and naturally sweet flavor balanced by refreshing acidity. The #20's size designation supports a consistent and attractive commercial presentation.
Season
In California, Hayward kiwifruit is primarily harvested during the fall season, generally between October and November, depending on the growing region and weather conditions. Thanks to its excellent cold-storage potential, California-grown kiwifruit can maintain broad commercial availability throughout winter and into spring.
Origin
United States — California.
The green kiwifruit (Actinidia deliciosa) originated in China, where it naturally grows in temperate regions. During the early 20th century, the fruit was introduced to New Zealand, which played an important role in its commercial development and popularized the name kiwifruit internationally.
The Hayward variety was selected in New Zealand by Hayward Wright and became one of the world's leading commercial green kiwifruit varieties, appreciated for its fruit size, balanced flavor and excellent storage characteristics.
An interesting botanical fact is that kiwifruit is a berry, produced by a vigorous climbing vine. Its numerous tiny black seeds are edible and contribute to the fruit's distinctive internal appearance.
The agricultural valleys of California offer favorable growing conditions, combining warm summers with winter temperatures that support the plant's seasonal development. Its vibrant color, refreshing flavor and culinary versatility make Hayward kiwifruit a popular choice in international fresh produce markets.
