Leeks Quality Standard

Length (Overall)
15" to 16"
2" minimum - No maximum
No bulbing

Bunch & Shank Diameter
2 count -1 1/2" to 2 1/4" 75% summer harvest
3 count -1 to 1 1/2" 25% summer harvest
2 count -1 3/4" to 2 1/2" 25% winter harvest
3 count -1 1/4" to 1 3/4" 50% winter harvest
4 count - 7/8" to 1" 25% winter harvest

Color
Leaf: Blue green
Shank: Bright white

Root Cut
1" maximum, evenly trimmed

Top Cut
Sharp, clean cut, no split leaves or tears

Band Placement
Bright red rubber band #32 - 3" x 1/16"
First - At the division between the leaves and the shank bottom
Second- 12" from the root crown

Carton
1 Dozen - 15 3/8" L x 11 1/4" W x 12" H - Muranaka

Placement In Carton
Crossed layers of 6 bunches
Liner - iced

Overall Appearance
Clean root wash
No pink root or leaf vein decay
No field debris
Less than 25% thrip marking
No seeders
No pests or signs of pest damage