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Israeli Authorities Warn Consumers to Avoid Unripe Local Kiwi on Store Shelves
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First reported by Maariv · 1 hour ago
What happened
The Israeli Plant Council warns consumers against buying unripe local "Hayward" kiwi currently sold prematurely in stores. They advise waiting until October when the kiwi is properly ripe and ready for consumption. The kiwi industry is vital to northern Israel's economy, producing 10,000 tons annually, and the fruit is known for its health benefits and pesticide-free cultivation.
- 01Israeli Plant Council warns against buying unripe local Hayward kiwi currently on shelves.
- 02Proper harvest and marketing of Israeli kiwi start in October after quality checks.
- 03Some growers prematurely sell unripe kiwi, harming consumers and honest farmers.
- 04Israeli kiwi grows mainly in Galilee and Golan, producing about 10,000 tons annually.
- 05Consumers should buy firm kiwi and let it soften at room temperature before eating.
- 06Kiwi is low-calorie, vitamin-rich, and offers cancer prevention and digestive health benefits.
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