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Guyot
"Sweetness in every bite."
Guyot Pear, a sweet and tender variety of pear known for its smooth, green skin and juicy flesh, rich in flavor and nutrients.
Also known as
French Pear, Butter Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93021
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
France, where the Guyot Pear originated, and other countries like the United States and Italy.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Guyot
Guyot pear varieties are characterized by their shape, with the neck typically being shorter and broader, and the flavor profile often includes notes of vanilla and honey.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Guyot which is a type of pear are as follows.
Energy 239 kJ per 100 grams,
Carbohydrates 15 grams per 100 grams,
Fiber 4 grams per 100 grams,
Sugars 9 grams per 100 grams,
Protein 0.4 grams per 100 grams,
Fat 0.1 grams per 100 grams,
Sodium 0 milligrams per 100 grams,
Potassium 116 milligrams per 100 grams,
Vitamin C 5 milligrams per 100 grams,
Vitamin K 4 micrograms per 100 grams.
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 containers or breathable bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation. Ethylene absorbing materials may be used to reduce respiration
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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