UNSPSC 50585004: Non GMO dwarf green long pod okra

The variety of Non GMO okra known as Non GMO dwarf green long pod okra. 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 50585004 Non GMO dwarf green long pod okra is a Commodity code that covers the procurement of fresh okra meeting non-GMO and dwarf green long pod specifications for state and local food service operations. The code appears in solicitations from county parks departments, health care coalitions, state procurement offices, and school districts buying produce for food service operations, kitchen facilities, and institutional meal programs. Recent opportunities show okra sourced as part of broader fresh produce or fresh vegetable line items rather than as standalone commodity purchases, typically bundled with seasonal fruit and vegetable requirements or as line items within comprehensive food-service solicitations that also cover meats, dairy, grains, and prepared items.

The recent activity spans multiple states and jurisdiction types. Early County Board of Education in Georgia issued an IFB on May 11, 2026 (due June 8, 2026) for approximately 300 food items including fresh vegetables and fruits to support the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program across three schools, with domestic sourcing preferences and emphasis on low-sodium and whole-grain formulations. The State of Georgia posted a food supplies and kitchen products bid on May 15, 2026 (due June 22, 2026) with full scope details in an attached document. Marion Health Care Coalition (MHCC) sought produce vendor proposals on August 7, 2026 (due August 21, 2026) covering fresh fruits and vegetables for the 2026-2027 fiscal period. Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division in Florida issued an ITN on October 8, 2026 (due March 6, 2025) for food services at North Collier Regional Park, requiring vendors to provide diverse food and beverage options across concession facilities. These opportunities show okra appearing within institutional food-service procurement driven by school lunch programs, health care operations, and parks concessions rather than as a primary line item.