Product Handling

While California Bing Cherries practically sell themselves, improper handling can impact the quality and appearance of the fruit, reducing sales and profitability. Follow these easy handling tips to maximize your movement of California Bings:

Handle California Bing Cherries carefully and delicately to avoid bruising
Display California Bings in a refrigerated dry rack
Keep California Bing Cherries as cold as possible, ideally at 32°F (0°C) and 90-95% humidity, for freshness up to 10 days
When possible, refrigerate your cherry display cases overnight to maximize shelf life
Display California Bings in shipping boxes with false bottoms to prevent molding and crushing
Don't stack bagged cherries in order to prevent crushing, aid air circulation and reduce breakdown
Avoid misting with water once in your store
Keep California Bing Cherries out of sunlight to avoid softening and stem damage
Train baggers to place cherries at the top of grocery bags to prevent bruising
Order enough California Bings to avoid out-of-stock situations