Pears have always been among the orchard fruit trees at our family farm. In Europe, pears are known as “the butter fruit” because of the smooth, soft and “creamy texture” of the flesh when ripe. Today ...

Sue Schwarz and her husband Lloyd left Eden Farm satisfied with more than 10 pounds of sweet, juicy shingo pears Monday. The Washington residents spent their afternoon picking the fruit from trees of ...

California pear growers are seeking relief from Argentine imports that they say have displaced their fruit in U.S. markets and driven down prices for growers in the state. “It’s one of the biggest ...

Asian pears are not commonly grown in our area. A scientist with no farming experience has planted thousands of trees for U-pick customers. The pears have a delicate, sweet flavor. As my friends and I ...