4416 Pear - Anjou

A sweet and buttery winter pear variety, Anjou pears have a mild flavour and a tender texture, with a green skin that often features a red blush.

PLU Code 4416

Details about Pear - Anjou

Also known as French pear, German pear, Winter pear

Anjou pears are known for their long shelf life and are often eaten fresh, used in salads, or poached as a dessert.

Sweet and buttery, an all-season delight.

Nutrition

One medium-sized pear Anjou provides approximately 62 calories, it also contains 17 milligrams of calcium, 218 milligrams of potassium, and 4 grams of dietary fiber. The carbohydrate content is around 17 grams and it has a water content of 84 grams per 100 grams. Pears Anjou are a good source of vitamins, including vitamin C with 4 milligrams per 100 grams and vitamin K with 4.4 micrograms per 100 grams.

Storage

Low-temperature, high-humidity storage is recommended to maintain firmness and flavor

Storage conditions:
  • Temperature: 30°F to 32°F (-1°C to 0°C)
  • Humidity: 80-90%

Monitor ethylene production and O2 levels to prevent spoilage and ensure optimal storage conditions

Packaging

Wrapped, bags, boxes, or bins, maintaining good ventilation

Shelf life

2-6 months under optimal conditions

Category: Fruits
Also known as: French pear, German pear, Winter pear
Origin: Originating from Europe, primarily in France and Belgium.

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PLU codes, which stands for Price Look-Up codes, are 4 or 5-digit numbers used in grocery stores and supermarkets to identify fresh produce items.

  • 4-digit codes are for conventionally grown produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 9 indicate organic produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 8 were originally intended for GMO produce, but are rarely used

PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores.

The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS)

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