Tag: Productivity
Osmolyte Regulation as an Avocado Crop Management Strategy for Improving Productivity Under High Temperatures
Climate change worsens abiotic stresses, primarily due to high temperatures, which have a negative impact on avocado productivity, leading to reduced crop yields, affecting fruit set and abscission. To tackle these challenges, antioxidants such as glycine, choline, and proline can enhance plant tolerance to these stressors and minimize plant cell damage. This work aimed to use these antioxidants to improve avocado commercial yield and quality under challenging environmental conditions. This study
Sustainable Irrigation Strategies for Enhancing Hass Avocado Yield in Arid Region of Tacna, Peru
Hass avocado production in the Tacna region of Peru faces challenges related to irrigation efficiency and water availability. Efficient water management is essential for improving tree growth, fruit yield, and economic sustainability. This study aims to evaluate the relationship between irrigation efficiency, soil moisture levels, and avocado productivity to identify key factors influencing sustainable production. A comparative analysis approach was used to assess soil moisture, irrigation efficiency,
Physiological Response to Foliar Application of Antitranspirant on Avocado Trees (Persea americana) in a Mediterranean Environment
Background: The implementation of advanced agronomical strategies, including the use of antitranspirant, in order to mitigate the negative effects of environmental stress, particularly heat stress on plants, has become a focal area of research in the Mediterranean basin. This region is characterized by hot and dry summer that affects plant physiology. Methods: The experiment was carried out in Sicily (South Italy) on 12-year-old avocado cv. Hass grafted onto Walter Hole rootstock. Two subplots each
Technological Adoption Management System for Small-Scale Hass Avocado Producers (SATPA)
This research develops a proposal aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of Colombia’s Hass avocado sector through the design and validation of a Technological Management System (TMS) that modernizes and makes the production processes of smallholder farmers more sustainable. The proposed system enables producers not only to comply with international phytosanitary and environmental regulations but also to integrate efficiently into export markets, particularly the European Union, where frameworks
Climatic and soil impacts on avocado (Persea americana L.) yield and quality in Southern Ethiopia: a comparative study
This study investigates the impact of climatic variables and soil characteristics on the fruit yield and quality of avocado (Persea americana L.) cultivars in Southern Ethiopia, focusing on six prominent varieties: Hass, Fuerte, Ettinger, Bacon, Pinkerton, and Nabal. Using data from Sidama and Wolaita regions, and examined how factors such as temperature, precipitation, soil pH, and organic matter influence avocado production. The analysis revealed significant regional differences, with Sidama consistently
Infrared thermography as a tool for measuring water stress index in avocado cultivars ( Persea Americana M.)
Avocado cultivation is susceptible to water stress during the flowering stage and early fruit growth. This stress can cause premature fruit drop and exacerbate alternate bearing. Objective. To determine the crop water stress index (CWSI) in three avocado cultivars (Hass, Fuerte, and Zutano) under different irrigation conditions using infrared thermography. Materials and methods. The study was conducted in the fall of 2023 at the Canaán Agricultural Experiment Station, Ayacucho, Peru. One hundred