Pears

Extend the maturity calendar : extension of the harvest periods with early and late varieties : from early August to October

Taste quality : innovation in terms of aromas, juiciness, good acid / sugar balance, good firmness, superior storage capacity

Agronomic quality  : easy and economical trees to grow, little training and maintenance work
Productivity: improved gross and net yields, early fruit set

Regularity of production  : no biannual bearing phenomenon

Attractiveness : attractive-looking fruits with high commercial value

Adaptation to different climates  : seeking for varieties with low chill requirements

Resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses  : tolerance to fire blight, psylla, fire blight …