SAVOY CABBAGE (PREORDER)

~35 - 40 lbs Savoy Cabbage aka "Curly Cabbage", "Wrinkled Cabbage", "Zhou-Pi-Bao-Cai", "皱皮包菜", "皺皮包菜" Savoy cabbage is known for its appearance with wrinkled patterns in its leaves. The leaves fade to yellow and white on the inside and a white core. The savoy cabbage tastes quite mild and earthy. It has less water content so it is great for stir-fries and cabbage rolls. Savoy cabbage is available year-round. Handling Tip Selection Savoy cabbage should be firm and heavy for its size with no signs of blemishes. Savoy cabbage heads squeak when rubbed together, which means that they are crisp and fresh. The presence of a waxy bloom on the leaves is desirable. Storage Savoy cabbage should be stored at 32°F (0°C) with a relative humidity of ninety-eight percent to a hundred percent with mist.  The typical shelf life is three to six months. High humidity is important to avoid wilting. Savoy cabbage is sensitive to ethylene, a naturally occurring gas that regulates ripening. Savoy cabbage should not be stored with high ethylene-producing products to extend shelf life and avoid quality loss such as leaf yellowing, wilting, and abscission. Savoy cabbage produces a low level of ethylene. Savoy cabbage is not sensitive to chilling injury. The freezing point for savoy cabbage is 30.4°F - 30.5 °F (-0.9°C - -0.83°C). Storage at 30.2°F (-1°C) is not advisable because it can produce freeze damage, especially on outer leaves.