My pear tree has scab all over the fruit. Can I still eat and or cook these pears?

Question

My pear tree has scab all over the fruit. Can I still eat and or cook these pears?

Answer 1

yeah you'll be fine

Answer 2

There are no plant diseases that affect humans. The worst that can happen if a fruit is infected is reduced quality of the fruit.

If you would like to control scab disease on your pear, the attached link should offer some ideas.

Answer 3

yah you can just make sure no insects are in it and peel of the scabs with a vege peeler

Answer 4

I do it all the time.