Organic
Taylors Gold Pears
"Sweet golden goodness from New Zealand"
A sweet and buttery pear variety known for its unique flavour, tender skin and juicy flesh.
Also known as
Taylors Gold Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94553
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
New Zealand
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Taylors Gold Pears
Taylors Gold Pears are best consumed when ripe as they do not ripen after being picked. They have an exceptional shelf life and retain their juicy flavour.
Nutrition Information
Taylors Gold Pears are a nutrient-rich fruit, with the following nutrition facts per 100g serving.
They are low in calories, around 57, primarily composed of carbohydrates at 14g and 0.4g of protein, with negligible fat content at 0.1g.
In terms of fiber they offer approximately 2.3g per 100g serving.
Taylors Gold Pears are an excellent source of vitamin C, containing 5.1mg per 100g, or roughly 8 percent of the daily recommended intake.
They also contain a moderate amount of potassium, contributed at around 116mg, representing 5 percent of the recommended daily allowance, and vitamin K present at 4.2mcg, amounting for approximately 5 percent of the recommended daily intake.
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 crates or boxes to maintain air circulation
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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