Autumn brings a new harvest of pears to market. This luscious fruit is somewhat overlooked, but that wasn't always the case. In England, an estimated 700 varieties of pear were grown during the 18th ...

As ubiquitous as they are come fall, pears remain a bit of an enigma. Why are they so hard when you buy them? Why do they seemingly take forever to ripen? Why do they finally ripen exactly when you ...

Asian pears are ready to eat when purchased; European pears ripen after harvest. Check European pears for color changes, sweet aroma and soft flesh near the stem to spot ripeness. To speed ripening, ...

Ripe, juicy pears can be such a treat—especially during the cold winter months when those spring and summer fruits are long gone and you're craving something sweet and fresh. These delicate fruits are ...

Whether you want to ripen them or extend their life, make the most of pear season with these expert storage tips. Although peak pear season varies around the country, these irresistible fruits usually ...

Fall looms but gardening season is far from over, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very ...

The process of ripening fruits and vegetables can be so tricky sometimes. Either the delicious fruit you couldn't wait to try is overripe and gross in a blink of an eye, or you're waiting an eternity ...

Here's everything you need to know to keep pears at their best. Ripe, juicy pears can be such a treat—especially during the cold winter months when those spring and summer fruits are long gone and you ...

It's been a couple of weeks since I had my last farmers market peach, and the transition always feels like a bit of a bummer. But my disappointment is lessened knowing pear season is ramping up. While ...

Not all pears are created equal—so we asked a seventh-generation fruit farmer for guidance. Asian pears are ready to eat when purchased; European pears ripen after harvest. Check European pears for ...