“Think grainy, juicy goodness.”
The pear can be any of several tree and shrub species from genus Pyrus in the rose family (Rosaceae).
Characteristics
- Pears have a distinctive bell shaped fruit.
- Some pears have knobby lobes at the base of the fruit , while others are smooth.
- The skin of the fruit ranges in colour from green, yellow, red, brown, pink, or a combination of these colours.
- Pear flesh is white and juicy and grainy in texture.
Benefits
- They are a good source of dietary fibre and a great source of vitamin C, which is mostly found in the skin of the fruit.
- Pears are consumed fresh, canned, as juice, and dried.
- The juice can also be used in jellies and jams, usually in combination with other fruits or berries.
Pears ripen at room temperature and should not be refrigerated.
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Packaging
| Description | Nett Weight | Gross Weight | Cartons per Standard Pallet | Cartons per High Cube Pallet | Counts per Commodity Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multilayer Telescopic (Mark 6) | 12,5 kg | 13,5 kg | 80 ctns | 90 ctns | 38, 45, 48, 52, 60, 70, 80, 90, 96, 100, 112, 120 |
Availability
Please view our interactive South African production map to find out where each fruit variety is produced.
