In Limburg, Belgium, scientists are studying how climate change will affect pear farming. They have set up 12 transparent domes in an orchard to mimic the weather expected in 2040. This future climate will have more heatwaves, unpredictable rainfall that may cause droughts and floods, and higher temperatures. The goal is to see how global warming will impact pear production in Europe, especially since extreme weather is already challenging fruit growers. Initial findings from the 2023 harvest suggest that Belgian pears may not face severe damage. However, the ecosystem is changing, leading to an earlier growing season, which might influence how the environment absorbs CO2 and other factors. This three-year study examines how the simulated 2040 climate affects pear growth. Researchers at the Flanders Centre of Postharvest Technology are comparing the size, firmness, and sugar content of pears grown in future conditions to those grown today. Early results indicate that pears from warmer conditions are softer and sweeter, which could shorten their shelf life and hurt sales for farmers. Unusual weather has caused a 27% drop in Belgian pear production due to early blooming and late frost.