A must-have choice for professional producers
Created in 1884 by Mr. Rivers in England, the Conference pear tree is an iconic variety in professional orchards. Valued for its robustness, remarkable productivity, and exceptionally high-quality fruit, it meets the needs of market gardeners and producers looking for a profitable and versatile crop.
Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants , offers Conference plants rigorously selected for abundant harvests and adapted to the requirements of local and international markets.
Why choose the Conference Pear tree for your orchard?
Fruits that combine elegance and flavor
- Size and presentation: Medium to large, elongated and elegant fruits, perfect for seducing consumers.
- Attractive Skin: A shade that ranges from light green to bronze, marked with red spots for an authentic look.
- Melting and juicy flesh: Texture rich in juice, pleasant in the mouth.
- Exceptional flavor: Sweet sweetness balanced by a delicate acidity, ideal for fresh consumption and culinary preparations.
Culinary versatility
- Direct consumption: A benchmark table pear.
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Culinary transformations:
- Compotes, jams and pies.
- Poached or syrup pears.
- Accompaniments to cheeses or refined dishes.
With a shelf life of up to 5 months, the Conference allows for extended marketing, ideal for meeting high demand.
The advantages of Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pear trees
- Guaranteed quality: Plants rigorously selected for their robustness and adaptability.
- Technical support: Advice to optimize your yields, from the choice of rootstocks to pollinator management.
- Economical solutions: Competitive rates for bulk purchasing and reliable service throughout France.
Technical characteristics: robustness and adaptability
A hardy and easy to grow tree
- Adult size: Height of 3 to 5 meters, suitable for intensive orchards.
- Exceptional hardiness: Tolerates temperatures down to -20°C, ideal for various French climates.
- Cultural requirements: Fresh, deep, well-drained soils and full sun exposure for optimal fruiting.
Production schedule
- Earliness: Autumn variety, harvested from mid-September to the end of October.
- Yield: Average production of 40 to 45 tonnes per hectare, ensuring high profitability.
Pollination and compatibility
Conference is partially self-fertile but reaches its full potential in the presence of compatible pollinator varieties.
- Deanery of the Comice
- Williams
- General Leclerc
Additionally, it is an excellent pollinator for other varieties in a mixed orchard.
Easy maintenance and natural resistance
- Natural resistance: Low susceptibility to scab, making it an ideal option for organic crops.
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Recommended maintenance:
- Annual pruning to aerate the branches and improve the quality of the fruit.
- Regular watering, especially during dry periods or the first years of planting.
- Targeted fertilization with compost or fertilizer rich in potash to stimulate fruiting.
Advantages of the Conference variety
- Fruit quality: Sweet and tangy flavor, melting and juicy flesh.
- Hardiness: Cold resistant down to -20°C.
- Extended shelf life: Up to 5 months under ideal conditions.
- High yield: Abundant and regular production.
- Culinary versatility: Perfect for fresh consumption and processing.
- Ease of cultivation: Not very susceptible to scab, adaptable to various soils.
Order your Conference plants from Arboriverse
Trust Arboriverse , the specialist wholesale supplier of pear plants, to integrate this high-performance variety into your orchard.
- Rigorously selected plants for optimal production.
- Tailor-made advice to maximize your returns.
- Competitive offers for bulk purchases, with fast and reliable logistics throughout France.
Contact us today for a personalized quote and discover how the Conference Pear tree can enrich your production and satisfy your customers with its tasty and versatile fruit.
