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Artichokes are ready for microwave

by Tatyana Ivanovich
June 1, 2022
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Virtually every type of fruit and vegetable has been processed into a value-added product in recent years, as growers and processors rush to meet the rapidly growing demand for the convenience they offer consumers. Until now, one vegetable seems to have been left out: artichokes.

Ocean Mist Farms, the nation’s largest artichoke grower, has filled the void with the industry’s first microwaveable artichoke, a product that may help increase the vegetable’s popularity while offering a new ease in cooking.

It comes on the heels of demands from retailers and consumers asking for an artichoke that is easier to prepare.

“We have received inquiries over the years from both our retail customers and our consumers for a microwaveable artichoke,” said Kori Tuggle, director of marketing and business development for Ocean Mist Farms. “Consumer research told us that many shoppers view prepping of artichokes as the major barrier to purchase.”

Even with consumer and retailer requests for the new artichoke, there was still a question of whether there was a big enough demand for the product and whether it would sell. The company initiated a limited marketing program in northern California retail stores during the spring 2011 artichoke season to test the product and found that there was quite an interest. There was also good industry reception when they released the new product at the Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) Fresh Summit convention in Atlanta last October.

“We received unanimous positive feedback from the industry at Fresh Summit, it being the first of its kind product for the artichoke category,” Tuggle said.

The product also received PMA’s National Award for Innovative Packaging at the convention. A key factor in the ease of the new product, the package features two artichokes that are cleaned and trimmed. More than half the preparation time is eliminated, which is particularly important for consumers on tight schedules or those who have never enjoyed an artichoke in their lives and don’t know where to begin.

“From the start, we knew we had to make the new pack hassle-free with no preparation, and a short cook time and excellent eating experience,” Tuggle said. “(It) is an opportunity to attract customers that are time-deprived and want a faster way to cook a fresh artichoke, or are intimidated by them because they don’t know how to clean or prep a fresh artichoke.”

Another feature in the packaging is a zip-lock seal that enables consumers to season the contents prior to microwaving.

“We know being able to give the consumer control of how and what is used to flavor the artichoke would be a key attribute for a repeat purchase,” she said.

The artichokes are scheduled for retail release this year, with no current plans for foodservice.

Ocean Mist Farms has been growing artichokes in central California since 1924, when Daniel Pieri, Alfred Tottino, James Bellone and Amerigo and Angelo Del Chiaro created the California Artichoke & Vegetable Growers Corp. in Castroville, renamed Ocean Mist Farms in 1995.

Operations are still heavily devoted to artichokes, but the company has expanded into new commodities in recent years including broccoli, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, cardone, cauliflower, celery, fava beans, fennel, green onions, spinach and several lettuces. Most is sold in bulk; the microwaveable artichokes mark the company’s foray into packaged, value-added products.

Ocean Mist processes and markets its own stock. The company is certified through the California Leafy Greens Handler Marketing Agreement, and has a list of good agricultural practices to ensure food safety compliance.

The company’s self-described “holistic approach” to food safety begins in the field, with detailed risk assessments of each field prior to planting. Employees also follow standard hygiene practices and verify the sanitation and maintenance of all equipment during cultivation.

An integrated pest management program monitors weeds, diseases and insects to decrease chemicals during production. Irrigation water is extensively tested prior to application, and the company continually educates employees in harvest sanitation measures that address cross contamination, food security and hygiene.
Employees in the processing facilities follow good manufacturing processes and hazard analysis critical control points, which includes daily sanitation of the equipment.

The company enacted an environmental monitoring program that uses inspections as one way to ensure sanitation prior to processing.

The cold chain is another way the company enhances food safety and quality, and Ocean Mist Farms takes precautions to ensure the chain isn’t broken. Produce is cooled within four hours of harvest and stored at 34˚ F, then quickly moved to transportation facilities in refrigerated trucks. The coolers have strict sanitation rules mandating the use of disposable gloves for product handling, electric forklifts to prevent exhaust fumes in the coolers and potable water for cooling, according to the company.

“We are continuously looking for innovative ways to extend and add value to what we offer to our customers and consumers,” Tuggle said.

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