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Fruit Development, Ripening & HarvestHow does harvest readiness differ for local sales and long-distance shipping?
Both channels require adequate maturity, but a longer handling chain needs fruit firm enough to survive packing and transport. Local sales can accommodate fruit closer to eating ripeness when buyers will use it promptly. Specify the intended channel before picking so crews know which fruit to select. Avoid compensating for a long journey by harvesting fruit that have not developed sufficient maturity.