Stick to the Facts:
- Peaches are classified as a stone fruit, meaning that they possess a single large seed or stone surrounded by juicy flesh.
- Some of the popular varieties grown in Oklahoma are Candor, Sentinel, Redhaven,
Reliance, Ranger, Glohaven, Nectar, Cresthaven, Autumn Gold, Ouachita Gold, White Hale, Starks Encore and Fairtime. - Orchards in Stratford and Porter continue to be the areas where most of Oklahoma’s
peaches are produced. - The peach tree originated in western China about 4,000 years ago.
Picking the Best Peach:
- Choose peaches that have a sweet smell and give slightly to gentle pressure.
- Look for fruits with a bright yellow back ground (not red).
- Place firm peaches in a brown paper bag. Store at room temperature until ripe.
- Store ripe peaches in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to five days.
MyPlate Healthy Serving Suggestions
Learn how to eat healthy with MyPlate, the official symbol of the five food groups.
Peaches contain key nutrients that benefit your health. Peaches are a stone fruit rich in nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, and potassium. Peach peels are a good source of fiber.
1 large peach counts as 1 cup-equivalent in the Fruits Group.
Focus on whole fruits and have a peach for your next snack!
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