UNSPSC 50583513: Non GMO verona endives

The variety of Non GMO endives known as Non GMO verona endives. This means that they are produced without the use of methods that genetically modify organisms by means that are not possible under natural conditions. Such methods include cell fusion, microencapsulation and macro-encapsulation, and recombinant DNA technology (including gene deletion, gene doubling, introducing a foreign gene, and changing the positions of genes when achieved by recombinant DNA technology).

Traditional methods of breeding, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro fertilization, or tissue culture are considered to be non-GMO.

UNSPSC 50583513 Non GMO Verona Endives is a Commodity code that covers specialty produce items, specifically non-genetically modified endive varieties, sourced for institutional food service and foodservice operations. State and local governments procure endives and similar specialty vegetables through county parks departments, school districts, healthcare coalitions, and state nutrition programs that serve institutional populations. The actual solicitations show endives are bought as part of broader fresh produce procurement for school lunch programs, park concession operations, and healthcare facility dining services, where they compete within larger vegetable and produce categories rather than as standalone line items. Issuing bodies include county park systems, school boards, state education agencies, and healthcare provider networks that manage food service for their constituents.

Geographic activity appears concentrated in Florida and Georgia based on recent solicitations. Collier County Board of County Commissioners posted an ITN for food services at North Collier Regional Park (response due March 6, 2025) that includes produce procurement as part of concession operations across water parks and athletic facilities. Early County Board of Education in Georgia issued a line-by-line food bid (due June 8, 2026) for approximately 300+ food items including fresh vegetables and fruits across three schools under the National School Lunch Program. The State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and other kitchen products bid (due June 22, 2026) with full scope details in attached procurement documents. Marion Health Care Coalition (MHCC) solicited produce proposals for the 2026-2027 contract period (due August 21, 2026) covering fresh fruits and vegetables with seasonal pricing adjustments and delivery specifications.