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Pears Fruit India

Pears are fruits produced and consumed around the world, growing on a tree and harvested in late summer into mid-autumn. The pear tree and shrub are a species of genus Pyrus, in the family Rosaceae, bearing the pomaceous fruit of the same name. India received pears from China several centuries ago. 2011 figures from the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization reveal that China dominates the world pear market, producing almost 16 million tons. Pears are some of the oldest fruits in existence. According to the Nanjing Agricultural University, pears likely originated during the tertiary period, approximately 65 to 55 million years ago. Indeed, dried pears were found in Swiss caves dating back to the Ice Age. It's speculated that species in the large Pyrus genus come from Europe, North Africa and Asia Minor. Even today, each of these regions cultivates distinct varieties from the other. Asian pears likely predate Occidental, or, European pears. Though a staggering 3,000+ varieties of pear exist in the world, India cultivates approximately 24 varieties throughout Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh. India's pear season ranges from late summer to early winter. Several species of pears are valued for their edible fruit and juices, while others are cultivated as trees. Pears are a rich source of flavonols and Phytonutrients. They are also rich in dietary fiber, carbohydrates, and vitamins. Pears are easily digestible and have anti-inflammatory properties. This photo was taken at Tehatta, West Bengal, India on 26/08/2023. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

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