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PLU 4418


Forelle Pear

"Sweet and crunchy pears with a hint of buttery flavor."

A sweet and crunchy variety of pear, with a unique, buttery flavor and a small, bell-shaped fruit with a green skin.

Also known as

Forelle Pears, Corella Pears

Botanical name

Pyrus spp.

Forelle Pear illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4418

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

PearsAll Sizes

Origin

Originated in South Africa, now cultivated in many parts of the world, including Europe and North America.

Temperature

-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)

Shelf Life

1 to 3 months

Status

Approved

About Forelle Pear

Forelle Pears are known for their long shelf life and high resistance to disease, making them a popular choice for commercial growers.

Nutrition Information

Forelle pears are a nutrient-rich fruit with several key vitamins and minerals. Here's a summary of the nutrition facts for a 100-gram serving of Forelle pears:

Energy: 57 kcal

Carbohydrates: 15.2g

Fiber: 4.6g

Sugars: 9.3g

Protein: 0.4g

Fat: 0.1g

Sodium: 1mg

Potassium: 116mg

Vitamin A: 0.01mg

Vitamin C: 4.6mg

Vitamin K: 4.4mcg

Folate: 6.1mcg

Calcium: 14mg

Iron: 0.2mg

Magnesium: 10mg

Storage & Handling

Forelle pears require careful handling and controlled atmosphere storage to slow down ripening and maintain freshness.

Temperature

-1 to 0°C (30 to 32°F)

Humidity

80 to 90%

Packaging

Ventilated or modified atmosphere packaging

Shelf Life

1 to 3 months

Storage Notes: Keep them away from strong-smelling produce, as they can absorb odors.

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4418Forelle PearPyrus spp.All SizesFruitsPears

Details

Commodity Keypears
VarietyForelle/Corella
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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