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DoD Fact Sheets

Department of Defense (DoD) fresh fruits and vegetables fact sheets.

General Information

The commodity fact sheets provide basic information that will help your agency make the best use of the DoD produce. Additionally, this information can simplify ordering and serve as a ready reference for the nutrient content of the DoD produce. Each fact sheet includes the following information: product description, pack size, suggested uses, storage and "Best if Used By" guidelines, and nutrition facts.

Commodity Fact Sheets

Apples
Apple Slices
Avocados
Blackberries
Blueberries
Broccoli
Broccoli Florets
Cabbage, Red
Cabbage, Green
Cantaloupe
Carrots, Baby, Whole, Snack Pack
Carrots, Sticks
Cauliflower
Cauliflower Florets
Celery
Celery and Carrots
Celery, Pascal
Grapes
Green Onions
Honeydew
Kiwi Fruit
Lettuce, Iceberg
Lettuce, Iceberg (Shredded)
Lettuce, Romaine
Nectarines, Yellow
Oranges
Oranges (Diced)
Peaches, Yellow
Pears
Plums
Potatoes, Russet
Salad Mix (Iceberg, Romaine, and Red Cabbage)
Spinach
Strawberries, Clamshell
Tangerines
Tomato
Vegetable Mix, Carrots and Broccoli

Questions:   Food Distribution Program | 916-324-7132
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
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