ISHS Acta Horticulturae 275: International Symposium on the Culture of Subtropical and Tropical Fruits and Crops
EFFECTS OF SEASONAL TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS ON PINEAPPLE SCHEDULING FOR CANNING IN QUEENSLAND |
| Author: | R.C. Wassman III |
| Abstract:
Australia's pineapple production is situated along the eastern seaboard of Queensland. Most of the crop is processed, and all of the processed tonnage is grown at subtropical latitudes. Seasonal variations in sunlight and temperature are the predominant climatic factors affecting fruit quality, fruit harvest schedules and plant growth. Cannery seasonal tonnages are highest during the summer when fruit quality is best. Planting, fruit induction and harvesting practices are planned to meet the desired cannery intake schedules. While planting dates, induction dates and harvesting patterns are well established within the industry, data are now being developed on seasonal growth rates of plants. Computer modelling of plant growth in Queensland is seen as a method of integrating plant size and density for more precise crop planning and nutrition. | |
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