Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXVI, Issue 2
Written by Imad Al-SUWAID, Florin STĂNICĂ, Ana BUTCARU, Cosmin MIHAI, Nazar AL GHASHEEM
Scientific knowledge through studies with fundamental and applied research has revolutionized plant breeding over the past decades. Given the importance of the fruits for their nutritional, health, and industrial value, the apricot breeding programs evolved continuously. The integrated use of actual gene banks, multiple crossings, selection, and the use of genetic engineering programs lead to improve apricot trees performance. Meanwhile, the production of resistant cultivars to harsh environmental conditions and climate changes, especially to hard winter temperatures and late frosts, disease-resistant, with early maturity, high-quality fruits, and large production is the main objective. This article aims to provide an overview of achievements in the breeding and improving the production of apricot fruits in the world, highlighting the modern challenges in apricot orchards. Recently, digitalization and mechanization can be involved as useful tools in breeding studies and orchard monitoring and management.
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