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Manipulation of citrus flowering and fruiting by pruning

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Abstract

This paper examines the effects of selective pruning on the flowering and fruiting behaviour of citrus trees. It investigates how pruning timing and method alter bud partitioning, flower development, and subsequent fruit set, with implications for commercial citrus orchard management in South African production systems.
Original languageEnglish
Pages357-360
Publication statusPrint publication - 2000
Externally publishedYes
EventInternational Society of Citriculture Congress 2000 - Orlando, United States
Duration: 5 Dec 2000 → …

Conference

ConferenceInternational Society of Citriculture Congress 2000
Abbreviated titleISC2000
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period5/12/00 → …

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
    SDG 2 Zero Hunger

Keywords

  • citrus
  • flowering
  • fruiting
  • pruning
  • orchard management
  • South Africa
  • horticulture

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