Performance of the ‘Anna’ apple (Malus domestica Borkh.)  in Tropical Highlands: A review

Gutiérrez-Villamil, Diego Alejandro; Álvarez-Herrera, Javier Giovanni; Fischer, Gerhard

doi:10.22267/rcia.223901.175

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“…(Fig. 1) (Gutiérrez-Villamil et al, 2022), for the 'Triunfo de Viena' pear 2,400 to 2,800 m a.s.l., for the Japanese plum 'Beauty' 2,600 to 2,800 m a.s.l. (Fischer, 2000), and for feijoa 1,800 to 2,700 m a.s.l.…”

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“…Under the colder conditions of the Andean highlands, fruit development is prolonged, and the time to harvest is increased (Mayorga et al, 2020), which is why larger and better quality fruits can be generated, as compared to lower altitudes, as seen in feijoa , 2016, 2017a, banana passion fruit (Mayorga et al, 2020), and apples (Fischer et al, 2016;Gutiérrez-Villamil et al, 2022). In the tropics, each fruit crop has its optimal altitude range for meeting ecophysiological demands (Fischer & Orduz-Rodríguez, 2012).…”

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Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Fischer

Parra-Coronado²,

Balaguera-López³

2022

Agron. Colomb.

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Due to global warming, the highlands of the tropics have become more important for planting fruit trees. The climate at high altitudes is mainly characterized by decreased temperatures and increased solar radiation. A systematic literature review using four bibliographic databases revealed 22 studies that determined fruit quality at two altitudes. With increasing altitude, duration of fruit development was prolonged, and, in most cases, higher fresh weights and sizes were found; however, fruit firmness decreased. The intensity of the fruit color increased because of greater radiation in high areas. Mostly, the total soluble solids of the fleshy fruits augmented with altitude, probably because of an increase in photosynthesis with higher solar radiation. The total acidity did not show a clear trend with increasing elevations. At higher altitudes, the content of antioxidants (mainly phenolics) increased in the fruits, especially in the epidermis as a reaction to the increasing ultraviolet (UV) light. Physiological disorders in the fruits included sunburn and damage caused by low temperatures. Different species and varieties react differently to the conditions of highlands, depending on their origin and whether climatic conditions are optimal for a specific fruit tree. There are no positive effects on fruit quality when altitude is at the limit or above the recommended range for the fruit species.

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Section: Tropical Altitude and Climatic Characteristicsmentioning

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Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Fischer

Parra-Coronado²,

Balaguera-López³

2022

Agron. Colomb.

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“…Added to this, the highland areas of the tropical Andes will be more affected by climate change than the low-lying valley areas (Fischer, Parra-Coronado et al, 2022b). Therefore, implementing varieties with a low CH requirement could meet the physiological requirements of deciduous fruit trees and reduce the negative effects of the increase in temperature (Gutiérrez-Villamil et al, 2022).…”

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“…Deciduous fruit trees in Colombia receive rainfall between 1,000 and 2,000 mm per year (Fischer, 2013). To manage the production of two harvests per year in some plum varieties, it is recommended to carry it out in areas with rainfall between 1,400 and 1,600 mm per year (Gutiérrez-Villamil et al, 2022). However, it is important to have a good water resource and drip irrigation systems (Castro & Puentes, 2012).…”

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“…The physiological behavior of deciduous trees in the high tropics is affected by climatic conditions since, due to their origin and adaptation in temperate zones (Erez, 2000;Fischer, 2013), the ecophysiological requirements of the species and the agronomic management of the crop must be fulfilled in a differential way (Gutiérrez-Villamil et al, 2022). In addition, climate change is a current risk for the production of deciduous fruit trees, including plum, as changes in temperature can affect their physiology, phenology and production (Egea et al, 2022).…”

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Physiological adaptations of the Japanese plum tree for agricultural productivity: A promising crop for high altitude tropics

Gutiérrez-Villamil,

Álvarez-Herrera,

Fischer

et al. 2024

Agron. Colomb.

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The Japanese plum tree is of great importance in the productive development of Colombian fruit growers due to its nutritional contribution to human health, its great adaptability in the tropical highlands, and its good yields. This review presents the current investigative state of physiology of this plant and its management in tropical highlands, including aspects such as its ecophysiology, forced production, gas exchange, flowering, pollination, and fruit development. In Colombia, Japanese plum production systems are adapted between 1,670 and 2,900 m a.s.l., average solar brightness of 1,400 h per year, 12 h photoperiods, temperatures between 14 and 20°C during the day and 6 and 8°C during the night, and rainfall between 700 and 1,600 mm per year. Under these conditions, management can be implemented to produce cyclical crops of the Japanese plum. This management consists of the selection of varieties with low chilling requirement, chemical defoliation, proper fertilization, fruit and green pruning, and the application of chemical substances that promote the breaking of flower buds. Flowering and pollination require a high specificity so that they do not present incompatibility. The growth and development of the fruit requires 1,538 degree days until harvest. This review indicates the great adaptability, management, and production of Japanese plum in the Colombian high tropics.

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Sustainable Production of Some Fruit Species in the Tropical Highlands of Colombia, South America

Fischer,

Casierra-Posada,

Magnitskiy

2024

Advances in Environmental Engineering and Green Technologies

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The tropical highlands, which are less affected by global warming than lower areas, offer land suitable for the cultivation of fruit trees. These fruit species are mostly native to the Andes themselves, belonging to the families Solanaceae, Passifloraceae, Mirtaceae, Rosaceae, and Ericaceae. They are cultivated in the Colombian Andes, in areas with increased solar radiation, between 1600 and 3200 m above sea level and temperatures between 11 and 24°C. For better adaptation to these conditions, fruit growers use local and native germplasm to achieve sustainable cultivation except of some introduced varieties. Good adaptation is shown by the cape gooseberry, Andean blackberry, banana passionfruit, feijoa, apple, peach, pear, and Japanese plum. In addition, other genera and species of Ericaceae stand out for their adaptation and sustainability. Studies on the adaptation and sustainability of these fruit trees have been carried out by fruit growers, technical advisors, universities, and Agrosavia, and have focused on phytosanitary control, genetic resources, and cultural management.

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Performance of the ‘Anna’ apple (Malus domestica Borkh.) in Tropical Highlands: A review

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Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Physiological adaptations of the Japanese plum tree for agricultural productivity: A promising crop for high altitude tropics

Sustainable Production of Some Fruit Species in the Tropical Highlands of Colombia, South America

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