A pear with an attractive red blush, and a unique sweet flavour will next week hit supermarket shelves for the first time.

The Rico has been developed in Victoria, with the fruit known for its personality and ability to change people’s perception of pears.

Rural editor Eddie Summerfield caught up with FrashMax Category Manager Louise Wood

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