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Starkrimson Pears
"Savor the flavor of this crimson delight"
Starkrimson Pears are a vibrant red-skinned variety of pear with a buttery, sweet flavor and crisp texture.
Also known as
Starkrimson, Crimson Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93118
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
California, USA and other temperate regions around the world
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Starkrimson Pears
Starkrimson pears are a cross between the Seckel and Crimson varieties, known for their unique red skin and are often eaten fresh or used in baking and cooking.
Nutrition Information
Starkrimson Pears are a nutrient-rich fruit that provides several essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are the nutrition facts for Starkrimson Pears per 100 grams:
Energy 57 kilocalories
Carbohydrates 14.3 grams
Fiber 2.5 grams
Sugar 9.2 grams
Protein 0.4 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 116 milligrams
Vitamin A 0.2 milligrams
Vitamin C 2.4 milligrams
Calcium 6 milligrams
Iron 0.2 milligrams
Note: The exact values might vary depending on factors like the ripeness, growing conditions, and storage of the pears.
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 containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
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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