23 Aug 2024
A study by Italian and Romanian universities evaluated the impact of cultivar and fruit position within the tree canopy during pre-ripening or full ripening on the quality parameters of organically grown cherries.
21 Aug 2024
Harvista™ 1,3 SC, a 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP)-based growth regulator for near-harvest applications from AgroFresh, offers an innovative solution that helps growers control fruit quality and increase yield.
19 Aug 2024
In research funded by the Government of Aragon, a relationship was identified between the rate of cracking and the amount of flavonoids present in the epidermis of the underside of the fruit. As the amount of flavonoids increases, the frequency of cracking also increases.
06 Aug 2024
This line includes Biozyme TF, a natural plant growth regulator, a component of the 'Calibre Solution' strategy, which, together with Dropper 5% SC, a cytokinin-based growth regulator, generates an important synergy that explains the consistent results obtained with its use.
22 Jul 2024
In Chile, the industry has worked to standardise levels of firmness, and although there is no single number, it is clear to all of us that above 240 g/mm at harvest, the requirements are already being met. Obviously, the higher the value, the better.
16 Jul 2024
The study investigates the effect of these combinations on the total phenol and anthocyanin content, the content of individual phenolic compounds and the antioxidant activity of the fruit. The methods used are spectrophotometry and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
08 Jul 2024
A Greek study on the Regina and Canada Giant cultivars involved the application of varying levels of compression according to fruit size. In addition to flesh firmness, sensory evaluations of firmness and primary metabolites were evaluated.
11 Jun 2024
Robinson Gálvez, CEO of HappyAgro, explains that the FirmPro was designed as a complete solution, including everything necessary for use from the moment it is received. Also, add-on like the Colorimeter for color and the AtmosFix oxygen control can be included.
03 Jun 2024
This discovery will help researchers and breeders find the genes and markers associated with different traits much faster than before. This genetic map will help breeders chart a path to a tart cherry.
29 May 2024
‘With this new interface, an operator can work with the machine after only a few hours of training,’ says María Cabello, marketing and communications manager at MAF Roda, ‘a system fully adapted to very short campaigns and high staff turnover.
