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(Phaseolus
Vulgaris)
Native
to Central and South America.
Light
Red Kidney Beans have a solid texture and flavor. They
are characterized by their large, kidney-shape with a
pink color. This bean is popular in the Caribbean region
Dark
Red Kidney Beans are large and kidney-shaped with a deep
glossy red color. They have a solid flavor and texture. Like most beans, kidney beans are rich in the best sort
of fiber - soluble fiber - which helps to eliminate
cholesterol from the body. They are a good source of
folate, potassium, iron, manganese, copper and zinc. As
a high-potassium, low-sodium food they help reduce blood
pressure.
We
grow them organically in the North of Argentina.
USDA Standard
Grades for beans:
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Grade
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Grade
#1
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Grade
#2
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Grade
#3
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General
Appearance:
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The special grade off color may be applied after
the removal of total defects.
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Percentage
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%
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%
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%
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Moisture
(1):
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18.0
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18.0
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18.0
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Total
Defects:
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3.0
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5.0
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7.0
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Total
Damaged:
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3.0
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5.0
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7.0
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Foreign
material:
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2.0
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4.0
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6.0
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Total
(Stones):
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0.5
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1.0
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2.0
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Stones:
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0.2
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0.4
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0.6
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Contrasting
Classes (2):
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0.5
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1.0
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2.0
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Classes
That Blend (3):
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5.0
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10.0
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15.0
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