UNSPSC 50585802: Non GMO creation shallots

The variety of Non GMO shallots known as Non GMO creation shallots. 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 50585802 Non GMO creation shallots (Commodity) spans fresh produce procurement by state and local jurisdictions, though the recent-opportunities block shows minimal activity directly tied to this specific commodity. The code encompasses produce items — fresh fruits and vegetables — that state agencies, school districts, healthcare entities, and county parks procure for food service operations. In practice, state and local buyers source shallots and other produce through broader food-service contracts rather than commodity-specific solicitations; the opportunities posted under this code reflect general produce procurement for institutional kitchens, cafeterias, and concession facilities.

Geographic activity appears concentrated in the South and Southeast. Early County Board of Education in Georgia posted an IFB for food and non-food items supporting the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program with bids due June 8, 2026, specifying approximately 300+ food items including vegetables and fruits with domestic sourcing and whole-grain preferences. Collier County Board of County Commissioners in Florida issued an ITN on October 8, 2026 for food services at North Collier Regional Park (response due March 6, 2025), requiring diverse food and beverage options across multiple venues with a local-vendor preference worth 10 evaluation points. Marion Health Care Coalition in Florida solicited fresh produce proposals due August 21, 2026 for the 2026-2027 contract period. The State of Georgia posted a food, supplies, and kitchen products bid due June 22, 2026. School districts and county procurement offices dominate recent activity under this code, with healthcare coalitions and parks departments as secondary buyers; state-level solicitations remain sparse in the visible pipeline.