Evaluation of apple varieties under intensive cultivation for industrialization

Abstract

Maintaining apple orchards for the production of apples for industrialization involves a series of procedures to ensure tree health, fruit quality and an efficient harvest. Among the most important steps are the selection of apple varieties that are suitable for specific acidities and sugars, soil fertilization (fertilization, irrigation), training and pruning of trees, disease and pest control. The aim of this work is to identify highly productive varieties for industrialization and to adapt appropriate cultivation technologies that ensure the production of high quality apples adapted to the requirements of the industry. The research is carried out in the south-eastern fruitgrowing area, at S.A. Ghermes Agroservice, s. Saiți, r. Causeni. Renet Simirenco, Granny Smith, Florina, Golden Delicious, Golden Delicious, Golden Resistant, Champion, Pinova, Mutsu, Granny Smith, Idared, grafted on M9 rootstock, planted at a distance of 4x1.2 m, which equals 2083 trees/ha. The orchard is supported and irrigated. The pruning of the trees is carried out according to the planned method, the flowers are thinned with urea, treated with less polluting substances and the plantation is managed to obtain fruit for processing.