Pollen tube growth model validation & utilization for flower thinning

Author: Keith Yoder, Greg Peck

Published: 2016

Summary: The objective of this project was: 1) Develop low-temperature pollen tube growth rates to allow for more percise pollen tube growth models for all seven varieties ( Golden Delicious, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith and Red Delicious models)

Keywords:

• Apple
• Pollen tube growth model
• Low temperature tests
• Flower thinning