ISHS Acta Horticulturae 441: V Temperate Zone Fruit in the Tropics and Subtropics
EVALUATION OF TEMPERATE ZONE FRUITS IN THE HIGHLANDS OF NORTHERN LUZON, PHILIPPINES |
| Authors: | D.B. Ringor, C. Oryan, J.M. Ochasan, T. Boncato, N. Pedroche, M. Amoy |
| Abstract:
The production of temperate zone fruits in the Philippines is confined to the higher elevation areas (>1000 meters above sea level). Several introductions of temperate zone fruits, such as apples, pears and peaches, were designed to select cultivars for commercial planting and as an alternative crop for the highland farmers who are predominantly vegetable growers. An essential component of these trials is the implementation of certain management techniques to solve constraints such as continuous crop growth, poor budbreak and fruit set. Several cultivars of these crops were found promising and have potential for expanded production under highland conditions. Evaluations were based on yield, fruit quality and tolerance to pests and diseases. Results of these trials including the prospects and problems on the culture of temperate zone fruits in the highlands are presented. | |
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