Organic
Red Anjou Pears
"Sweet and Buttery Bliss"
Juicy and sweet, Red Anjou pears are a delicacy with their buttery texture and floral aroma, adding a touch of sophistication to any fruit arrangement.
Also known as
D'Anjou, Red Anjou, Anjou Rouge
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94417
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Belgium, United States
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Red Anjou Pears
The flesh of the Red Anjou pear is ivory to white in color, with a crisp and smooth texture. They are picked when mature but firm, and will continue to ripen at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
One medium-sized Red Anjou pear, approximately 150g, contains 62 calories, 0.4g protein, 0.2g fat, 15.6g carbohydrates, 4.6g dietary fiber, and 4.6g sugars. It is also rich in vitamins C and K, with 6 milligrams and 4 micrograms, respectively, and a good source of potassium with 116 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for 'd'Anjou' pears. 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
Bags or wooden crates lined with paper
Storage Notes: d'Anjou is the least ethylene-sensitive pear and senesces slowly in cold storage, but it is prone to superficial (Anjou) scald, which can appear only after fruit are moved to room temperature. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: 'd'Anjou' pears.
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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