Harrow Crisp
HW610 cv
AC™ Harrow Crisp HW610 cv. is a medium-sized selection that is slightly larger than Bartlett. The variety tends to develop an attractive red blush in cooler climates and the fruit is mildly sweet, smooth, and grit free. The pears remain firm even when fully ripe which provides for an extended picking window. AC™ Harrow Crisp was bred by Agri-Food Canada. The variety is a recommended pollinator for Cold Snap® and has a high tolerance to fire blight.
Details
| Parentage: | Bartlett x US56112-146 |
| Breeder/Owner: | Vineland Research & Innovation Centre |
| Flavor profile: | Mildly sweet, limited amount of juice, remains firm even when fully ripe |
| Color profile: | Yellow undercolor with red blush on sun exposed fruit |
| Fruit size: | Medium to large |
| Harvest timing: | Mid-August (Bartlett timing) |
| Disease resistance: | Resistant to fireblight |
Inventory
2026
| Pear, Harrow Crisp | Total | 3/8 | 7/16 | 1/2 | 5/8 | 3/4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHXF #87 | 1 |
2027
| Pear, Harrow Crisp | Total | 3/8 | 7/16 | 1/2 | 5/8 | 3/4 | 1" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHXF #97 | 233 | 7 | 56 | 133 | 37 |
Updated 9/5/2026
