These russet brown pears are not as sweet and juicy as some other types of pears, and they remain quite firm even when ripe. That said, ripe Bosc pears are delicious when eaten raw, and even more so ...

It's hard to compete with America's most readily available fruit, but that's precisely what pears do when they go head-to-head with apples each year. Due to their similar growing conditions, harvest ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Credit: Lauren Volo Credit: Lauren Volo If you’re browsing your local farmer’s market, you’ll probably see more than seven types ...

Ethylene gas is a natural plant hormone released by many fruits and vegetables as they ripen. It can also speed up ripening ...

Apples may get all of autumn’s accolades, but it’s time for pears to muscle in on the action. Understanding which pear varieties are best for which uses will help you choose wisely from the fruit ...

Pear trees are attractive enhancements to gardens and bear delicious, nutritious fruit. In Japan folklore, pears are believed to ward off evil and misfortune and were often planted near gates and in ...