Pear Market Holds Steady in Washington

WASHINGTON, US - The pear market remains steady overall, with moderate demand supporting stable pricing across the Yakima Valley and Wenatchee District, according to the USDA’s National FOB Review on January 7, 2026. Pricing continues to vary primarily by size and grade, with larger counts generally commanding higher returns.

For Bartlett® pears, U.S. One 40-pound cartons wrapped are mostly trading in the mid-$20 range for 60s through 80s, with 60s–70s largely at $24.95–$26.95. Smaller sizes show softer pricing, with 100s and 110s mostly between $20.95–$22.95, while 120s and 135s are generally in the high-teens to low-$20 range. WA Fancy Bartletts® are moving at lower price points overall, with most sizes clustered between $16.95–$20.95.

D’Anjou® pears continue to show steady demand across sizes. U.S. One cartons for 60s through 90s are mostly trading between $25.95–$28.95, while 100s and 110s are largely in the low-to-mid-$20 range. Smaller sizes, including 120s and 135s, are mostly between $18.95–$20.95. WA Fancy D’Anjous remain more moderately priced, with most sizes ranging from $16.95–$20.95.

For Bosc® pears, U.S., one carton is seeing firm pricing in larger counts, with 70s and 80s mostly at $25.95–$28.95. Mid-range sizes such as 90s and 100s are generally trading in the mid-$20s, while smaller sizes trend lower. WA Fancy Bosc pricing remains softer overall, with most sizes ranging from the high-teens to low-$20s.

Overall, the Washington pear market remains balanced, with moderate demand and steady supplies keeping pricing largely unchanged. Size continues to be the primary driver of value, particularly for Bartlett®, D’Anjou®, and Bosc® varieties.

ANUK will monitor how demand and sizing dynamics impact pear markets moving forward.