ISHS Acta Horticulturae 587: International Symposium on Asian Pears, Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Nijisseiki Pear
PEAR BREEDING IN NEW ZEALAND |
| Authors: | A.G. White, L.R. Brewer |
| Keywords: | Pyrus, cultivars, interspecfic, Japanese pear, Chinese pear, European pear. |
| Abstract:
The HortResearch pear breeding programme started in 1983. It was divided into traditional breeding lines including European, Chinese and Japanese parts and inter-specific pear breeding. Inter-specific breeding is now the most important part of the programme as we believe these are producing the largest genetic gains. Classifications are breaking down as breeding lines are more complex with most crosses including genetic backgrounds of more than one species. While we are continuing to select for tradition style pears, a lot of interest is being expressed in the innovations in fruit texture, flavour and skin colour that are observed in the inter-specific populations. Combinations of interest include the introgression of European pear aroma with crisp juicy texture, red colour and extended shelf life. | |
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