Pears

An incredible taste for pears dates back to ancient times. The alluring fruit even captured the praise of the well-known Greek poet, Homer (8th century B.C.), who referred to pears as a “gift of the gods.” Evidently, the Romans agreed and proceeded to use grafting techniques to develop more than 50 varieties. They also introduced the cultivated pear to other parts of Europe. Since then, hundreds of varieties have been developed, and people have continued to benefit from the good taste of these early connoisseurs.

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Pears
Pears
Pears
Pears

Face of a Farmer

Stillwater Orchards, David J. Elliot & Sons

Four generations of the Elliott Fmily have been growing pears in California for more than 150 years.

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Fun Facts

  • California as a whole produces 60% of the nation‘s total Bartlett pear crop.
  • The California Bartlett pear is the nation‘s leading pear variety.
  • Pears are available in green and brown varieties.
  • The Bartlett pear, scientifically known as Pyrus communis, is a member of the rose family.
  • California produces over 300,000 tons of pears each year.<
  • Varieties: Anjou, Barlett, Bosc, Comice, Red Anjou and Seckel br>Source: www.calpear.com



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    • Season, Ripeness and Storage
    Seasonality Chart
    State Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Arizona                        
    California                        
    In-Season  

    Season

    California Bartlett pears are available July through November.

    Ripeness

    To check for ripeness press gently near the stem end. If it yields slightly, it‘s ripe. Store unripe pears in a warm place outside of the refrigerator in a fruit bowl or in a paper bag. Check daily for ripeness.

    Pears are one of the unique kinds of fruits that ripen best off of the tree.

    Storage

    Store ripe pears in the coldest part of the refrigerator.



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    Nutrition
    Nutrition Facts
    Serving Size: 1/2 cup clices
    Amount Per Serving  
    Calories: 41
      % Daily Value*
    Total Fat: 0.08g 0%
    Cholesterol: 0mg 0%
    Sodium: 1mg 0.04%
    Total Carbohydrate: 10.82g 3.61%
         Dietary Fiber: 2.2 0% 
         Sugars: 6.86g  
    Protein: 0.27g  
    Vitamin A 0.32% Vitamin C 4.83%
    Calcium 0.6% Iron 0.67%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    Source: USDA National Nutrient Database


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    Statistics
    County Value
    Sacramento 28,014,000
    Fresno 23,062,000
    Mendocino 15,720,400
    Lake 12,617,000
    Tulare 2,123,000
    El Dorado 490,600
    Sutter 391,700
    Placer 137,636
    Riverside 30,200
    Total 82,586,536
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    Helpful Links
  • www.calpear.com
  • CFAITC Commodity Sheet

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