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Conference
Short description of the species
Botanical name
Conference
Latin name
Pyrus communis
Variety
Conference
Scientific name
Pyrus communis
Ripening
autumn variety
Origin/parentage
Seedling from open pollination of the Leon Leclerc de Laval variety, Hertfordshire, UK (around 1885).
Bearing
Early, very high, regular.
Growth
Moderate growth, requires thinning in case of heavy fruit set.
Health condition
Sensitive to leaf damage and drought, not susceptible to diseases.
Harvest/storage/
Harvested 3–4 weeks after the Williams variety, very long storage life, until February in cold storage and until May in controlled atmosphere storage.
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Interesting
The Conference pear is one of the most widely grown and reliable pear varieties in Europe. An interesting feature of Conference is its ability to set fruit even without pollination (partial self-fertility). This means it can produce reliable yields even in less favorable conditions, which is one of the reasons why it has become such a popular and widely planted variety among growers.
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Usage
It is mainly used for fresh consumption. It is also excellent for slicing into salads or pairing with cheese. In the kitchen, Conference works well for poaching, baking, or making desserts, as it keeps good flavor and texture.
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