Horizon Farms
Certified Organic Frozen Large Cherry Tomatoes from Japan (500g)
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The price of this product has decreased. By increasing volume, we were able to lower costs and are passing the savings on to you.
Tomatoes may have lines on their skin or minor cracks due to weather conditions during harvest. Please rest assured there is no issue in safety or quality.
One full 500g (1.1lb) bag of fresh frozen certified organic cherry tomatoes from Japan. Cultivated with a special organic fertilizer made from bonito flakes and kombu seaweed, these tomatoes boast not only a sweetness, but also a deep and savory flavor. Absolutely no chemical pesticides or fertilizers are used, making these tomatoes safe and worry-free. No flavoring, sugar, preservatives, coloring, or any other additives are used at any point. All stems have been removed. Keep some stock in your freezer and enjoy fresh organic tomatoes whenever you like. Please note that the tomatoes in each pack may vary slightly in size.
These cherry tomatoes have a sugar content of 8.5+, meaning they have a slight sweetness that offers delicious flavor straight out of the bag even when frozen. We recommend enjoying them with some fresh mozzarella cheese or using them for a rich tomato sauce.
We also offer larger organic Italian tomatoes and smaller organic cherry tomatoes.
About Certified Organic
This product is certified Japan Agricultural Standard Organic (JAS). Japan has one of the world's strictest organic certification standards. But what does certified organic mean when it comes to fruits and vegetables?
✔ Strictly tested for E Coli, coliforms, molds, yeasts as well as listeria and salmonella and therefore meets very high microbiological safety standards.
✔ Free of harmful synthetic chemical inputs such as fertilizer, pesticides or any food additives.
✔ Free of genetically modified seeds (non-GMO)
✔ The farmland and soil in use are free of any chemical treatments.
✔ Organic produce is heavily regulated. Producers and importers are checked and inspected by governmental bodies or certified third parties. Organic certification requires detailed bookkeeping and documentation for 100% traceability. "Certified organic" is a protected phrase and the use is legally restricted.
✔ Organic farming is more sustainable when it comes to holistic food production. The lack of harmful pesticides is better for the environment.
✔ Organic produce comes mostly from family-owned farms that own smaller acres of organic land.
It is also important to mention that organic produce is more cost-intensive. Organic farming has lower yields compared to conventional farming and is oftentimes more labor-intensive as well. Additionally, organic certification and audits require annual fees for producers, exporters, and importers resulting in higher prices for the end consumers.
Please note that non-GMO and chemical-free produce will often have a minor degree of defects; these may include individual differences like slight deformities, discoloration, and under/over ripeness. In rare cases there may be insect damage, scratches, or mold which cannot be seen during inspections. However, these are not harmful and can simply be removed. Thank you for your understanding.
Contents
| Contents | 1 bag |
| Weight | 500g (1.1lbs) ※ Exact size and number of tomatoes may vary |
Shipping & Handling
| Shipping | Shipping and delivery is frozen |
| Handling | Keep frozen below -18°C (0°F) |
| Recommended Use | Pasta, tomato sauce, curry, risotto, salad ※Can be enjoyed as is after defrosting |
| Best By |
Check product label, usually more than 1 month. |
Details
| Ingredients | Certified Organic Tomatoes (Aichi Prefecture) |
| Packaging | Plastic bag, non-resealable |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Organic Certificates | Organic Japan Agricultural Standard (JAS) - Certificate Number: AINOU 23-23 |
These organic cherry tomatoes come from Iida Farm in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. With a goal to provide their own children with clean and safe vegetables, the farmers decided to start producing tomatoes with no synthetic pesticides or fertilizer. Safe and worry-free delicious ripe tomatoes are their specialty, and they carefully select only the best of the bunch for their customers. Given their specialization in cherry tomatoes, they are able to guarantee a sugar content grade over 8.5. One of their principles is to offer satisfaction to their customers all year long, which is why they engage in year-round cultivation. While the sweetness of the tomatoes can vary slightly depending on the time of year, they are able to guarantee their sugar content never falls below the 8.5 threshold, assuring a delicious sweetness in every bite.
