
“Rocha” pear
The queen of the West region!
With its enticing colour, alluring texture and delicious taste, as well as an excellent shelf life, the “Rocha” pear of the West is an attractive variety from any point of view.
Owing to its resistance to handling and transport (even over long distances) and its remarkable conservation capacity without losing its taste, the “Rocha” pear of the West is a product that adapts well to the modern distribution systems.
Its yellow colour makes it attractive when on display with other pear varieties (green or reddish). Consumers of the “Rocha” pear of the West appreciate it because of its exceptional quality and pleasant flavour. It is the ideal fruit to eat as a dessert or between meals.
Specifications
- Origin
- Portugal
- Colour
- Green-yellow skin, yellow at harvest
- Shape
- Pear-shaped
- Consistency
- 3 to 7 kg/cm²
- Soluble Solids Content
- 12 to 14%
- Acidity
- 2 to 3 g/l
- Texture
- Fine, crunchy and juicy
- Flavor
- Neutral
- Shelf Life
- Good conservation capacity, influenced little by handling.
Commercialisation Schedule
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