USA Pears proudly represents more than grower families of Washington and Oregon, home to 87% of the US fresh pear crop. Ripe, sweet, and juicy pears are available year-round. Fresh pears, now available through DOD Fresh, have limitless versatility in the school menu – slice them onto pizza and sandwiches, dice into salads and oatmeal, or offer the whole, handheld fruit. Visit our page for tips and tools for serving pears in schools, activity sheets for students, and school recipes.