News about Krymsk

New stress-resistant Krymsk rootstocks for stone fruits

Rootstocks

10 Jun 2024

The selection of these interspecific rootstocks was made on basis of the induced tree vigor and tolerance to environmental stresses like drought, flooding, frost and pH content of soil. At present seven Krymsk rootstocks have been patented and have been commercially released.

The effects of rootstock and training form on the growth and quality of cherries

Rootstocks

26 Feb 2024

The objective of the research was to evaluate the performance of the cultivar '0900 Ziraat' grafted onto the semi-vigorous rootstocks Krymsk, Gisela 6 and Piku 1. Four breeding forms were applied to these cultivar/rootstock combinations: VCL, SSA, UFO and KGB.

Comparing rootstocks: each one has its own physiological characteristics

Rootstocks

24 Oct 2023

The rootstocks obtained by in vitro methods resulted in a higher percentage of plants. The percentage of grafted plants was higher when 'Pi-ku 1' or 'Gisela 5' rootstocks were used, even though the height of the plants was reduced.

Towards new dwarfing and efficient rootstocks

Rootstocks

30 May 2023

Cherry growers have at their disposal dwarfing or semi-dwarfing rootstocks, suitable for high-density planting patterns, which can ensure an early entry into production, excellent production efficiency and good cherry quality.

Widening the choice of cherry rootstocks: the Krimsk® series

Rootstocks

01 May 2023

The origins of Krymsk® rootstocks date back to the middle of the last century, when Gennady Eremin started a selection programme on stone fruit rootstocks (cherry, peach and plum) in the experimental station of the same name in southern Russia.