Variety traits
Pyrus pyrifolia (Burm. f.) Nakai
A classification trait for harvest planning that determines the calendar period of maturation. Asian pear is a tree-ripe crop, therefore maturity dates are tied to the moment the fruit reaches full consumer ripeness directly on the tree.
In the reference 6 varieties crop Japanese pear, where this is mentioned in the description.
For Asian pear, maturity groups serve as a tool for creating a varietal harvest sequence and determining storage potential. Early-maturing varieties are intended for rapid distribution, whereas late-maturing varieties are capable of maintaining commercial quality in cold storage for several months, reaching maturity at later calendar dates.
Determination of maturity is based on a combination of visual and qualitative characteristics, as the fruits do not require post-harvest ripening. Primary indicators include changes in skin color, darkening and suberization of lenticels, ease of fruit detachment from the spur, as well as the development of characteristic aroma and sweet taste. For objective maturity control of certain varieties, a penetrometer is used, with optimal flesh firmness values ranging from 3.5 to 4.5 kg.
General information about the subject — on the page Maturity group.
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