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  1. Investigating aquaphotomics for fruit quality assessment

    Kaur, HarpreetThe University of Waikato2020

    … of aquaphotomics were explored for internal fruit quality assessment, such as dry matter (DM) and soluble solid content (SSC) measurement using near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS). Fruits like apple and kiwifruit are more than 80% water. The NIR spectrum of whole intact fruit is dominated by …

    waikato-masters Repository record

  2. Canopy light environment influences apple leaf physiology and fruit quality

    Campbell, Richard J.Virginia Tech1991

    … light environment on spur leaf physiology and fruit quality. Defoliation of nongirdled flowering spurs had no effect on nectar production or composition, while defoliation of girdled spurs induced nectar sugar concentration by 24%. Canopy position had no influence on nectar production or …

    vt Repository record

  3. Characterization of malus germplasm and QTL mapping of fruit quality traits

    Potts, Sarah M.University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign2010

    … of selecting cultivars that have positive fruit-quality attributes. Genetic diversity and relatedness was studied in a Malus germplasm collection to characterize 174 accessions of various Malus species and cultivars. This collection was genotyped using 17 robust simple sequence repeats …

    uiuc Repository record

  4. White apple leafhopper affects apple fruit quality and leaf gas exchange

    Welker, Robert M.Virginia Tech1992

    I. Scanning and transmission electron microscopy were used to investigate damage to apple leaves caused by the white apple leafhopper (WALH), Typhlocyba pomaria McAtee. Feeding holes created by WALH were found in the lower epidermis, with no visual exterior evidence of cell injury to the upper …

    vt Repository record

  5. Effects of Light Availability and Canopy Position on Peach Fruit Quality

    Lewallen, KaraVirginia Tech2000

    … of light on 'Norman' and 'Cresthaven' peach fruit quality characteristics. Of primary interest was the relationship between ground color and flesh firmness. Light levels were manipulated by use of shade cloth, reflective mulch, and aluminum foil. 'Norman' trees, with a randomly chosen half of …

    vt Repository record

  6. Peach Fruit Quality Analysis in Relation to Organic and Conventional Cultivation Techniques

    Koneru, Varun Chandra

    utahstate Repository record

  7. Influence of cultivation techniques on productivity and fruit quality of some Vaccinium and Rubus taxa

    Starast, Marge2008

    tartu

  8. Phosphorous and Potassium Fertility Management for Maximizing Tart Cherry Fruit Quality and Productivity on Alkaline Soils

    Rowley, Sean D.

    utahstate Repository record

  9. Manipulating Flowering Times and Site Attractiveness To Pollinators To Improve Yield and Fruit Quality in Strawberry

    Robertson, MykalaCornell University2023

    … from different developmental stages to stagger fruiting cycles. These were grown under three interrow cover treatments comprised of exclusion netting, bare ground, and flowering cover which differed in composition of vegetative growth between rows of strawberries. Fruits were collected weekly to …

    cornell Repository record

  10. ROLE OF THE ROOTSTOCK IN INFLUENCING FRUIT QUALITY AND TOLERANCE TO SALT STRESS IN PIGMENTED CITRUS SPECIES

    MODICA, GIULIAUniversità degli studi di Catania2022

    L’agricoltura è uno dei principali settori dell'economia del Mediterraneo e italiana e gli agrumi sono la prima coltura frutticola in termini di produzione mondiale con 157 milioni di tonnellate. Il portinnesto ha svolto per centinaia di anni un ruolo determinante sulla produzione, sulla qualità …

    catania Repository record

  11. Incentive Structures, Labour Performance, and Fruit Quality: Panel Evidence from a South African Deciduous Fruit Operation (2017–2019)

    Segole, KagisoStellenbosch : Stellenbosch University2026

    … in a performance-based incentive scheme improves fruit quality in a South African deciduous fruit operation. Using a three-year panel (2017–2019) from five commercial farms managed by Crookes Brothers (Pty) Limited, the analysis isolates the association between incentive type and fruit quality …

    stellenbosch Repository record

  12. Az alany és a virágritkítás hatása cseresznyefajták gyümölcsminőségére = The effect of rootstock and flower thinning on the fruit quality of sweet cherry varieties

    Hajagos, AnikóBudapesti Corvinus Egyetem2015

    corvinus Repository record

  13. Analysis on the international competitiveness of Tunisian palm date fruit Deglet Noor cv. and studies on the effects of physical postharvest treatments on Ectomyelois ceratoniae mortality and fruit quality

    Ben Amor, Rihab2016

    upc-spain Repository record

  14. Külföldi kajszifajták adaptációs értékelése a virágrügyfejlődés, a fagyérzékenység és a gyümölcsminőség vizsgálata alapján = Adaptation evaluation of foreign apricot cultivars based on their flower bud development, frost hardiness, and fruit quality

    Hajnal, VeronikaBudapesti Corvinus Egyetem2016

    Napjainkban a kajszinemesítés legfontosabb célkitűzései közé tartozik a gyümölcsminőség javítása mellett a fajták abiotikus és biotikus stresszel szemben való ellenállóságának fokozása. A kajszi rossz ökológiai alkalmazkodó képessége, elsősorban fagyérzékenysége miatt csak bizonyos termőhelyeken …

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  15. Variation in 'Hayward' kiwifruit quality characteristics

    Woodward, Tim J.University of Waikato2007

    … sources and distribution of variation in fruit quality traits within kiwifruit populations and identify opportunities for the management of this variation. Near-infrared (NIR) grading was used as a tool for monitoring fruit quality, and measurements combined with orchard/vine information …

    waikato-masters Repository record

  16. Genetic Determinism of Xanthomonas arboricola pv. pruni (Xap) Resistance, Fruit Quality, and Phenological Traits in Peach and Incorporation of Marker-Assisted Selection (MAS) in the University of Arkansas Peach and Nectarine Breeding Program

    Frett, Terrence James2017

    … develop breeding-relevant DNA tests for MAS of fruit bacterial spot resistance (Xap1 and Xap6), fruit quality [blush (Rf), acidity (D), and acidity and soluble solid content (G7Flav)], and phenological traits [maturity date (G4mat), fruit type (G), and flesh color (Y)] across four RosBREED peach …

    arkansas Repository record

  17. Evaluation of rootstock and crop load effects on the performance of `Gibson Golden Delicious' and three scab-resistant apple cultivars

    Katuuramu, Dennis2012

    … production challenges such as selection of good quality rootstocks and crop load management for high quality fruit and consistent apple production across growing seasons. The primary objective of this investigation was to evaluate the effect of rootstocks and cropping densities on fruit quality …

    iastate Repository record

  18. Biofertilizante bovino via água de irrigação: ação no crescimento, produção e qualidade dos frutos de maracujazeiro amarelo .

    MEDEIROS, Wíliana Júlia Ferreira de2014

    The passion fruit is a culture of prominence in the Brazilian agricultural sector, Brazil is the largest producer and consumer in the world and a leading exporter of juice. In 2010, Brazil produced 920,158 t of passion fruit, and the states of Bahia, Ceará and Espirito Santo the largest producers. …

    brazil-ufpb Repository record

  19. Vines of different capacity and water status alter the sensory perception of Cabernet Sauvignon wines

    Hickey, Cain CharlesVirginia Tech2012

    Reducing disease and increasing fruit quality in vigorous vineyards with dense canopies is demanding of time and resources; unfortunately, vineyards of this nature are common in humid environments. This study investigated the effectiveness with which vine capacity and water status could be …

    vt Repository record

  20. Development of a pre-selection index for cider apple (Malus x domestica Borkh.) genotypes by phenotyping a low-chill requiring red-fleshed breeding progeny

    Aucamp, ArmandStellenbosch : Stellenbosch University2025

    … product by adding red colouration and enhancing fruit quality traits associated with cider-making suitability. This innovation could lead to the creation of a unique red cider product. To achieve this, a cross was made between ‘Anna’ (a low-chill genotype) and ‘Geneva’ (a red-fleshed genotype). …

    stellenbosch Repository record

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