Research over the years has shown that it is possible to set production targets for pomefruit orchards. Based on tree density, targets can be set for yield levels and fruit size, that translate into the optimal crop load (fruit number per tree). When this is achieved via thinning, the question remains open: how to make sure that growth of the fruit is progressing correctly? Precision fruit growing research answers this, by making it possible to evaluate the management carried out by the grower, and to assess whether or not it is in line to achieve the desired quality and yields targets.
Manfrini, L., Pierpaoli, E., Zibordi, M., Morandi, B., Corelli Grappadelli, L. (2013). The Precise Growing of Pomefruit Orchards for the Production of High Quality Fruit and Yields in Emilia-Romagna. EFITA.
The Precise Growing of Pomefruit Orchards for the Production of High Quality Fruit and Yields in Emilia-Romagna
L. Manfrini
Membro del Collaboration Group
;B. Morandi;L. Corelli Grappadelli
2013
Abstract
Research over the years has shown that it is possible to set production targets for pomefruit orchards. Based on tree density, targets can be set for yield levels and fruit size, that translate into the optimal crop load (fruit number per tree). When this is achieved via thinning, the question remains open: how to make sure that growth of the fruit is progressing correctly? Precision fruit growing research answers this, by making it possible to evaluate the management carried out by the grower, and to assess whether or not it is in line to achieve the desired quality and yields targets.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
