~5 lbs
Sourced from North Carolina and Florida
String Bean aka “Green Bean”, “Snap Bean”, “Si-Ji-Dou”, “四季豆”
The string bean is thin, long, and round-shaped. String bean grows four to seven inches in length and the width of a pencil. The skin color runs from dark green to light green. Some customers prefer the darker green over the lighter green color but it does not affect the quality of the bean. String beans are usually snipped to remove the tips before the cooking procedure. It has an earthy taste. One popular application is a stir-fry string bean with garlic and roasted peanut. String bean is available year-round.
Handling Tip
Selection
The string bean should feel firm to the touch, straight with no swelling and dark spots.
Check the tip of the string bean for oxidation. Some string beans have the tip cut due to machine cutting. The cut tips should reveal a clear green to white color instead of yellow/brown oxidation.
Bend a string bean in half and you should hear a sharp snap sound.
Storage
String bean should be stored at 41°F – 46°F (5°C – 7.5°C) with a relative humidity of ninety-five to a hundred percent with no mist.
The typical shelf life is four to eight days. High humidity is important to avoid wilting and shriveling.
String bean is sensitive to ethylene, a naturally occurring gas that regulates ripening. String beans should not be stored with high ethylene-producing products to extend shelf life and avoid over-ripening.
String bean is sensitive to chilling injury two days after storage at 34°F (1°C), four days after storage at 37°F (2.5°C), and seven to eights after storage at 41°F (5°C). Symptoms include opaque discoloration of the entire bean, pitting on the surface, and water loss. No discoloration occurs on beans stored at 50°F (10°C), but undesirable seed development, water loss, and yellowing will occur.
Creating clear and transparent shipping and handling policies is crucial for a commodity trading company like Agropastoral Products Co., Ltd. Here's a framework for the Shipping and Handling Policy:
1. Shipping Policy:
a. Shipping Process: - Detail the steps involved in the shipping process, from order placement to delivery.
b. Shipping Rates: - Specify the shipping costs associated with various products or order amounts.
c. Delivery Timeframe: - Provide estimated delivery times based on location and shipping method.
d. Shipping Carriers: - Name the shipping carriers used and any partnerships that may influence shipping.
e. International Shipping: - Explain international shipping options, rates, and potential customs or import duties.
f. Tracking Information: - Describe how customers can track their orders and obtain tracking information.
g. Shipping Restrictions: - List any countries, regions, or products where shipping may be restricted or limited.
2. Handling Policy:
a. Packaging: - Describe how products are packaged to ensure safe transit and delivery.
b. Quality Assurance: - Explain any quality control measures or checks in place during the handling process.
c. Fragile Items: - Provide special handling instructions for fragile or delicate commodities.
d. Inventory Management: - Detail how inventory is managed to maintain accuracy and prevent errors in order fulfillment.
e. Returns and Exchanges: - Outline the process for handling returns, exchanges, or replacements related to shipping issues or damaged items.
3. Additional Policies:
a. Lost or Damaged Items: - Explain the procedure for reporting and addressing lost or damaged items during shipping.
b. Split Shipments: - Describe under what circumstances the company may split an order into multiple shipments and how this is communicated to the customer.
c. Free Shipping Offers: - Clarify conditions for free shipping, such as minimum order amounts or specific products.
d. Holiday or Peak Season Shipping: - Provide information about any special considerations or delays during peak seasons or holidays.
e. Force Majeure: - Address how the company handles unforeseen events like natural disasters, strikes, or other force majeure events affecting shipping and delivery.
f. Contact Information: - Provide contact details for customers to reach out for shipping-related queries, concerns, or support.
Regularly update and review these policies to ensure they align with your company's operations and any changes in shipping or handling processes. Communicating these policies clearly to your customers will help manage their expectations and provide a positive shopping experience.
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