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Abate Fetel
"Savor the sweet essence of Italian summer"
A classic Italian pear, renowned for its buttery and slightly sweet flavor, Abate Fetel pears boast an elegant, slender shape and vibrant green skin with subtle red undertones.
Also known as
Pera Beretta, Pera Mantova
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93012
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Northern Italy, specifically the Po Valley region
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Abate Fetel
Abate Fetel pears are rich in fiber and antioxidants, making them a popular snack among health enthusiasts. Enjoy them raw as a delightful accompaniment to cheese or wine.
Nutrition Information
The Abate Fetel, a variety of pear, provides the following nutrition facts per 100 grams serving. Calories 57, protein 0.4 grams, fat 0.1 grams, carbohydrates 14.3 grams, fiber 3.1 grams, sugars 9.2 grams, sodium 0 milligrams. Vitamins include vitamin A 25 IU, vitamin C 4.2 milligrams, potassium 116 milligrams, and folate 6 micrograms.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Humidity
90-94%
Packaging
Ventilated, breathable packaging to maintain air circulation and high humidity
Storage Notes: Pears are very temperature sensitive and are held just below freezing, so precise temperature control is needed to avoid freezing, and high humidity or polyethylene liners help limit their rapid moisture loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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