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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Bosc Pear |
| Scientific name | Pyrus communis |
| Family / Genus | Rosaceae / — |
| Produce category | Pome Fruit |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4409 |
| PLU — organic | 94409 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_5694 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 15.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bosc | 12% | Distinctive russeted, cinnamon-brown skin with an elongated neck. Flesh is crisp, firm, sweet, and aromatic, holding its shape well when cooked. Excellent for fresh eating, baking, and poaching. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: null°F.
- Freezing point: 29.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 3 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | moderate |
| Production rate (20°C) | 5 µL/kg·h typical (1–10) |
| Sensitivity class | high |
| Sensitivity threshold | 0.1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: Ethylene management is critical for extending storage life and maintaining quality. Store separately from ethylene-sensitive commodities.
Mixed-load compatibility
Group 2 (Ethylene producers, sensitive to ethylene)
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Stable demand, valued for its distinct russeted skin, crisp texture, and sweet-spicy flavor, popular for both fresh eating and cooking.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.5 |
| Income elasticity | 0.3 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -0.8 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Anjou | 45% |
| Bartlett | 28% |
| Bosc | 12% |
| Comice | 5% |
| Other | 10% |
Pack sizes
- 40lb Carton
- 3lb Bag
- 5lb Bag
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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