The 'Abate Fetel' pear is a dear example of a premium fruit cultivar that requires a consistently high quality level. This research focused on the effects of key variables of fruit industry decision-making, including agronomic options (harvest date), commercial value (fruit diameter) and marketing (time of commercial distribution). The analysis was conducted using a combination of instrumental measures, trained panel evaluations and consumer acceptance tests. Our results encourage planning consumer tests to support quality research.

Consumer Tests for Monitoring Optimal 'Abate Fetel' Pear Eating Quality

Predieri S;Gatti E;Medoro C;
2014

Abstract

The 'Abate Fetel' pear is a dear example of a premium fruit cultivar that requires a consistently high quality level. This research focused on the effects of key variables of fruit industry decision-making, including agronomic options (harvest date), commercial value (fruit diameter) and marketing (time of commercial distribution). The analysis was conducted using a combination of instrumental measures, trained panel evaluations and consumer acceptance tests. Our results encourage planning consumer tests to support quality research.
2014
Istituto di Biometeorologia - IBIMET - Sede Firenze
Pyrus communis
firmness
panel
ripening stage
harvest date
cold storage
chemical analysis
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