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Rocha Pear
"Sweetness in every bite"
The Rocha Pear is a sweet and buttery variety of pear, known for its tender skin and juicy pulp. It's highly appreciated for its flavor and aroma, making it a popular choice for fresh consumption and culinary uses.
Also known as
Rocha Pear, Bartlett-Pear, Pyrus spp.
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93024
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Portugal, primarily in the Alcobaça region
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Rocha Pear
Rocha Pears are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They have a high water content and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for 100 grams of Rocha Pear are
Energy 57 kcal
Protein 0.36 grams
Fat 0.14 grams
Carbohydrates 14.81 grams
Fiber 2.8 grams
Vitamin A 25 IU
Vitamin C 4.2 milligrams
Calcium 8 milligrams
Copper 0.08 milligrams
Iron 0.18 milligrams
Magnesium 7 milligrams
Manganese 0.11 milligrams
Phosphorus 12 milligrams
Potassium 116 milligrams
Zinc 0.1 milligrams
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 boxes or bags, often palletized
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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PLU Reference
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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