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Plum: Quality Indices



High consumer acceptance is attained on fruit with high soluble solids content (SSC). Fruit acidity, SSC/acidity ratio, and phenolic content are also important factors in consumer acceptance. There is no established minimum quality standard based on these factors. Plums with 2-3 pounds -force flesh firmness are considered ready to eat.