Today, Maine’s heirloom pear trees – threatened by age, development, climate change and related pests and disease – are just beginning to get similar attention. Pears are not native to Maine.

With 29 organic heirloom varieties of apples and more on the way—along with 12 varieties of pears—their tree fruits cover the full range of flavor, size and color. It all started when Booth bought a ...

Dried pears provide a sweet treat and are often found with other dried fruits in the bulk section at grocery stores or prepackaged and placed with other dried fruits and nuts. They’re a popular ...