Fruit quality in Hass avocado and its relationships with different growing areas under tropical zones

Henao-Rojas, Juan Camilo; López, J.; Osório, Nelson; Ramírez‐Gil, Joaquín Guillermo

doi:10.1590/0034-737x201966050003

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“…The increase in altitude to values above 2,300 m a.s.l. was reported by Henao-Rojas et al (2019) as a favorable one for the fruit quality of this species, while Ramírez-Gil et al (2018) mentioned the altitude range for avocado is between 1,400 and 2,600 m a.s.l.…”

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Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Fischer

Parra-Coronado²,

Balaguera-López³

2022

Agron. Colomb.

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Due to global warming, the highlands of the tropics have become more important for planting fruit trees. The climate at high altitudes is mainly characterized by decreased temperatures and increased solar radiation. A systematic literature review using four bibliographic databases revealed 22 studies that determined fruit quality at two altitudes. With increasing altitude, duration of fruit development was prolonged, and, in most cases, higher fresh weights and sizes were found; however, fruit firmness decreased. The intensity of the fruit color increased because of greater radiation in high areas. Mostly, the total soluble solids of the fleshy fruits augmented with altitude, probably because of an increase in photosynthesis with higher solar radiation. The total acidity did not show a clear trend with increasing elevations. At higher altitudes, the content of antioxidants (mainly phenolics) increased in the fruits, especially in the epidermis as a reaction to the increasing ultraviolet (UV) light. Physiological disorders in the fruits included sunburn and damage caused by low temperatures. Different species and varieties react differently to the conditions of highlands, depending on their origin and whether climatic conditions are optimal for a specific fruit tree. There are no positive effects on fruit quality when altitude is at the limit or above the recommended range for the fruit species.

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Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Fischer

Parra-Coronado²,

Balaguera-López³

2022

Agron. Colomb.

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“…The vigor of tree growth and fruit production depends on the timing and extent of phenological events, which are controlled by the availability of carbon and energy and their distribution in response to environmental conditions (Charrier et al, 2015;Henao-Rojas et al, 2019;Tixier et al, 2020). Avocado leaves require about 40 d from bud-break to transition from net carbon importers (sinks) to net carbon exporters (sources) (Schaffer et al, 2015;Salazar-García et al, 2015).…”

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“…One of the limitations to avocado production is that, in Colombia, crops are planted in soils that are mostly strong to extremely acid and poor in nutrients (Tamayo and Osorio, 2014;Henao-Rojas et al, 2019). This is usually corrected with high doses of calcium, organic amendments, and fertilizers, not only in at establishment but also in the vegetative and productive period (Castellanos and Léon, 2011).…”

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Dynamics of leaf, flower and fruit abscission in avocado cv. Hass in Antioquia, Colombia

Bernal-Estrada

Tamayo-Vélez

Díaz-Diez

2020

Rev. Colomb. Cienc. Hortic.

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The amount of leaf litter produced by avocado trees cv. Hass is an important potential source of mineral resources, and quantifying its production and nature is crucial to understanding the cycling of nutrients. The main objective of this study was to quantify the production of leaf litter and fallen flowers and small fruits in avocado orchards at eight locations in three producing areas in the Department of Antioquia (west, southwest, and north). The highest leaf litter production occurred in southwest Antioquia, at Jardin (7.6 t ha-1 year-1); the east locations had similar leaf fall (4.03-3.4 t ha-1 year-1). The dry matter produced in the north was very similar in both locations. The dry matter was 2.8 t ha-1 year-1. Higher leaf litter was recorded in all locations during the driest periods. Approximately 80% of the fallen fruits had diameters less than 1 cm. The highest flower production and fall occurred in southwest Antioquia, followed by the northern region.

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“…1) that producers can implement in their production systems with the objective of improving fruit quality. In this regard, a series of strategies has been evaluated in commercial plots under Colombian tropical conditions and reported by different scientific research with good results (see: Willingham et al, 2006;Everett et al, 2007;Crowley et al, 1996;Dann and Le, 2017;Kaluwa et al, 2010;Gazit, 1976;Ramírez-Gil, 2017;Carvalho et al, 2015;Henao-Rojas et al, 2019;Malhi et al, 2010;Bernal, 2016;Ramírez-Gil et al, 2018;Ramírez-Gil, 2013, 2018aRamírez-Gil and Morales-Osorio, 2018). As a result, more innocuous fruits with better calibers, less susceptibility to physiological disorders and postharvest pathologies, with outstanding sensory characteristics (color, shape, firmness, taste, etc.…”

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Review of the concept of quality in Hass avocado and the pre-harvest and harvest factors that determine it under tropical conditions

Ramírez‐Gil

Franco

Henao-Rojas

2019

Rev. Colomb. Cienc. Hortic.

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Avocado is one of the most desirable fruits worldwide because of its flavor and nutritional contributions. Currently, Colombia is a very dynamic country where the cultivated area and volumes of exported fruits have been increasing year after year. This situation poses a challenge for the country, which must produce fruits with excellent parameters of ripening, external and internal quality. This study used a series of elements associated with quality in avocado and its application in tropical conditions, which were determined based on reports from the world scientific literature reported in journals, books, manuals and conferences. In addition, information obtained from commercial esays on plantations and the experiences of packing and marketing companies in Colombia was used. The approach presented here is associated with a modern concept of quality in the food industry and how it can be applied to the avocado value chain; preharvest aspects that determine quality, management practices conducive to improving quality, and harvest parameters and their relationship with quality were also used. This study generated alternatives for increasing the added value in the avocado production system based on quality parameters and identified delays in the supply chain of this important agro-industry under tropical conditions.

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Fruit quality in Hass avocado and its relationships with different growing areas under tropical zones

Cited by 19 publications

References 24 publications

Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Altitude as a determinant of fruit quality with emphasis on the Andean tropics of Colombia. A review.

Dynamics of leaf, flower and fruit abscission in avocado cv. Hass in Antioquia, Colombia

Review of the concept of quality in Hass avocado and the pre-harvest and harvest factors that determine it under tropical conditions

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