Bartlett Pears or Pears
"Nature's Candy in Every Bite"
Sweet and succulent, Bartlett Pears are known for their tender skin and juicy flesh, making them a favorite among fruit lovers and a staple in many households.
Also known as
Williams Pears, Williams' Bon Chrétien
Botanical name
Pyrus spp.
Product Details
PLU Code
4423
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Europe and Asia, with the United States, China, and Italy being among the top producers today.
Temperature
32 to 36°F (0 to 2°C)
Shelf Life
2 to 4 weeks, 6 to 9 months in Controlled Atmosphere Storage (CA)
Status
Approved
About Bartlett Pears or Pears
Pears are an excellent source of dietary fiber, and a medium-sized fruit contains about 22% of the daily recommended intake. The variety 'Bartlett' is known for being an excellent canning pear, highly prized for its sweet and tender flesh.
Nutrition Information
Bartlett pears are a nutrient-rich fruit, providing several essential vitamins and minerals. Per 100 grams of edible portion of tree-ripened Bartlett pears the nutrition facts are as follows:
Energy 238 kilojoules
Carbohydrates 15.2 grams
Dietary fiber 4.4 grams
Sugars 9.2 grams
Protein 0.4 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Vitamins in 100 grams of Bartlett pears include
Vitamin A 2.3 micrograms
Vitamin B1 0.006 milligrams
Vitamin B2 0.03 milligrams
Vitamin B3 0.1 milligrams
Vitamin B5 0.06 milligrams
Vitamin B6 0.03 milligrams
Vitamin C 4 milligrams
Vitamin E 0.1 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.4 micrograms
Minerals in 100 grams of Bartlett pears include
Calcium 6 milligrams
Copper 0.1 milligrams
Iron 0.7 milligrams
Magnesium 7 milligrams
Manganese 0.1 milligrams
Phosphorus 11 milligrams
Potassium 116 milligrams
Sodium 0.3 milligrams
Zinc 0.1 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Pears require controlled atmosphere to prolong storage. Ethylene production can be slowed with lower temperature, high humidity and modified atmosphere with oxygen level between 1 to 2%.
Temperature
32 to 36°F (0 to 2°C)
Humidity
90 to 95%
Packaging
Ventilated containers or polyethylene-lined boxes for high humidity
Shelf Life
2 to 4 weeks, 6 to 9 months in Controlled Atmosphere Storage (CA)
Storage Notes: To avoid chilling injury in 'Bartlett', pears can be ripened at room temperature and then cooled down.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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