Pera Rocha do Oeste

It has a white, firm, crispy, sweet, granular flesh.

Rocha Pear is produced exclusively in the West of Portugal, and therefore 100% Portuguese. The climate and soil type of this region provide the perfect conditions for the genuine Rocha Pear. Rocha Pear growned and exported by O Melro has the DOP production certification.

What are the predominant characteristics of Rocha Pear?

SWEET AND JUICY
Crispy, maintaining firmness
even when skin turns yellow

SIZE
Average
(55-65 mm)

DURATION
Long-lasting pear
with excellent shelf life

From field to you

1

The picking season

In August, the Pera Rocha do Oeste is hand-picked in its region of origin. The entire harvest is carried out by experienced harvesting teams, who ensure the careful handling of each pear.

2

Storage

Once harvested, the pears are immediately placed in bins and transported to the packing facility. Upon arrival, the priority is to begin the cold chain, storing the fruit in cold rooms at a strict 0°C to 1°C.

3

The journey

The entire process, from harvesting and transportation to the beginning of storage, takes approximately two hours. Under controlled conditions, the pears can last for up to eight months.

4

At the point of sale

The Pera Rocha do Oeste is a resilient fruit with an excellent shelf-life. It maintains its freshness and quality for longer, which helps to reduce food waste.