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Categories related to Fruits : Horticulture : Agriculture : Science: Business: Agriculture and Forestry: Horticulture: Fruit and Nuts (37) Business: Food and Related Products: Produce: Fruits (175) Home: Gardening: Plants: Fruit (72) Science: Agriculture: Field Crops (771) Shopping: Food: Produce: Fruit (137) Shopping: Home and Garden: Plants: Fruit (68) Websites on Fruits: Aceria guerreronis Provides photographs and a description of the coconut mite, with information on its distribution, life history, ecology, hosts, damage, economic importance and management. The American Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) Cranberry history, images, associations, publications, recipes, genetics, statistics, market information, news, pests, weeds, diseases, and reference resources. Avocado: Post-Harvest Operations Provides information on harvesting, packinghouse operations, cooling system, storage, transportation systems and processing. AvocadoSource.com News, information, links and chat for avocado growers in many of the leading growing nations. Blue Honeysuckle: Lonicera caerulea Information on this crop, grown for its fruit, its biology and morphology, ecology, distribution in the former USSR, utilization and economic value. Blueberries: Vaccinium spp. Information on this crop, its taxonomy, history, world production, botanical description, culture, harvesting and nutrition. The Breadfruit Institute Project of the National Tropical Botanical Garden in Hawaii. Includes uses, research, varieties, mission, and resources CABI Commodities Information and services for growers of coffee and cocoa. Coconut, Arecanut and Cocoa Information on the selection of seed and grafting material and care of nursery stock, establishing and maintaining a plantation and possible inter-cropping systems. Coconut Genetic Resources Network (COGENT) Information on this project to improve coconut production and increase incomes in developing countries through improved cultivation and utilization of the coconut and its products. Cornell University Fruit Resources Features information for scientists, gardeners, and commercial growers, including fact sheets and programs. The Cranberry Institute Conducts research into the crop. Includes brief details of recent work and findings. Crop Profile for Persimmons in California General production information on this crop, cultural practices, insect pests, diseases, nematodes, weeds and their control. [PDF] Crop Profile for Pineapples in Hawaii General production information on this crop, the cultural practices involved, insect pests, diseases, nematodes, weeds and their control. [PDF] Date Palm Cultivation Information from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on all aspects of date production. Durian Production Information on all aspects of growing this fruit in the Philippines including varieties specially suited to the country. [PDF] European Collection of Minor Fruit Trees European Union project collects varieties of minor fruits cultivated around the Mediterranean. Holdings include cornelian cherry, figs, loquat, medlar, pomegranate, sorbus, strawberry tree. Description of project, database of holdings, descriptions and photographs of plants. Fertilizing Small Fruits in the Home Garden Information on the soil ph and fertilizer requirements of most garden fruits, and the use of lime, inorganic and organic manures. Fruit Crops: Tropical and Sub-Tropical Fruits Information from India on the cultural requirements, varieties and harvesting of bananas, mango, citrus, grape, guava, papaya, pineapple, pomegranate, avocado, cashew, jackfruit, loquat, mangosteen and litchi. Fruit Facts Fact sheets for about twenty little known fruits that can be grown in California with a description of each, its culture and a list of suitable cultivars. Fruit of Arid and Semi-Arid Areas Information from India on the cultural requirements, varieties, management, pest control and harvesting of fruit from the date palm, phalsa, custard-apple, bullock’s-heart, aonia, fig and jamun. Fruit Tree Propagation Article from Wikipedia on both bud grafting and whip and tongue grafting, and suitable rootstocks to use for apples, pears, cherries and plums. Fruits of Warm Climates Detailed descriptions of the fruits that grow in warmer and tropical climates. An online book. Garden Huckleberries These fruiting plants are semi-tropical annuals of the family Solanaceae and not closely related to the American huckleberry. Article on their cultivation. Growing Blueberries Plenty of information on this crop with instructions on planting and growing, pruning and problems. Growing Blueberries Plenty of information on this crop with instructions on planting and growing, pruning and problems. Growing Cranberries Information on preparing the land and establishing this crop, tending the fields and harvesting. Growing Rhubarb Information on soil preparation, planting this crop, care over the years, forcing, harvesting and the varieties available. Growing Rhubarb Information on soil preparation, planting this crop, care over the years, forcing, harvesting and the varieties available. Guapple This is a non-seasonal variety of guava with an extra large fruit. Illustrated information on growing it in the Philippines, from propagation to harvesting the fruit. [PDF] Guyabano This small tree originated in tropical America but is now much cultivated in the Philippines. Illustrated information on its cultivation including propagation, fertilization, pest and disease control and its uses. [PDF] Home Orchard Management Plenty of information on planning and layout, planting, cultural management, pest management and varieties, with a fruit grower’s dictionary and calendar. [PDF] How Cranberries Grow Article following the cultivation of these fruit in the bogs of Massachusetts throughout the year. Integrated Pest and Disease Management for Australian Summerfruit This downloadable manual provides information on the practical options available for controlling pests and diseases in orchards. International Symposium on Tropical and Subtropical Fruits Online scientific papers concerning fruit and fruit cultivation. ISAFRUIT A European Integrated Research Project that focuses on all aspects of fruit. Jackfruit A complete guide to the cultivation of this crop, widely grown in the Philippines, with recipes for some of the products that can be made from the fruit. [PDF] Jackfruit A complete guide to the cultivation of this crop, widely grown in the Philippines, with recipes for some of the products that can be made from the fruit. [PDF] Juneberry for Commercial and Home Use on the Northern Great Plains Information on the juneberry or saskatoon, its cultivation, pruning, cultivars, diseases and uses as a garden or commercial crop. Kiwifruit: Actinidia deliciosa Information on the origins of this fruit, its climatic requirements, varieties, general cultivation and uses. Leaf Analysis of Tree Fruits Chemical analysis of foliage can help determine whether the plant is suffering from any nutrient deficiencies. West Virginia University Experimental Farm offers a service to do this. [PDF] Mangosteen Article discussing the nutritional qualities of this delicious fruit, its soil and climatic requirements, culture and management, pests, diseases and harvesting. [PDF] Mangosteen Article discussing the nutritional qualities of this delicious fruit, its soil and climatic requirements, culture and management, pests, diseases and harvesting. [PDF] Mangosteen.com Information on history, science, folklore, culture. Also photos and nutritional uses. Mark Rieger's Fruit Crop Home Page Horticulture professor's survey of the taxonomy and culture of the world's major fruit crops. Miracle Fruit Miracle or magical fruit contains a glycoprotein called miraculin which does not taste sweet itself but makes sour things taste sweet. Information on the plant's history, how to grow it and how to eat it. New Jersey Commercial Tree Fruit Production Guide Online edition of a 133-page manual covering production of orchard fruit crops, compiled by Dr. Robert Belding of the Rutgers Cooperative Extension. New Jersey Fruit Focus Includes newsletter, research reports, news, and commercial tree fruit production guide. New Plants for Florida: Blueberry Information on the achievements made by scientists at the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station resulting in the development of disease-resistant varieties and the improvement of fruit quality. New Plants for Florida: Tropical Fruit Information on the achievements made by scientists at the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station resulting in the development of disease-resistant varieties and the improvement of fruit quality. North American Blueberry Council Promoting highbush blueberry growing. Information on the plant, growth, and the product. Organic Farming in the Tropics and Subtropics: Date Palm Covers all aspects of plant cultivation, biological methods of plant protection, harvesting and post-harvest treatment. [PDF] Organic Farming in the Tropics and Subtropics: Papaya Covers all aspects of plant cultivation, biological methods of plant protection, harvesting, processing, handling, packing and storage. [PDF] Organic Farming in the Tropics and Subtropics: Pineapple Covers all aspects of plant cultivation, harvesting, processing, handling, packing and storage. [PDF] Papaya: High Tech Tactics Enhance a Tropical Fruit Researchers in Hawaii are using micropropogation techniques and genetic studies to ensure that only productive plants are grown. [PDF] Papaya Production Illustrated information on growing this fruit in the Philippines, the varieties available, plantation management, harvesting, pests and diseases and their control. [PDF] Pawpaw Planting Guide Information on the climate and site requirements, propagation and cultivation of the native American pawpaw, Asimina triloba. Pawpaw: Post-harvest Operations Provides information on harvesting, packinghouse operations, packing and packaging materials, cooling system, storage, transportation system and processing. Penn State Fruit Research and Extension Center Includes production guides and newsletters. Pennsylvania Tree Fruit Production Guide Online information on diseases, pests, natural enemies, chemical management, integrated pest management, harvest and postharvest handling, cider production and farm management, establishing an orchard, choosing a tree fruit nursery, caring for nonbearing trees, and maintaining bearing orchards. Persimmon Fact Sheet Tips on growing this crop. Pineapple: Ananas comosus Much information on this crop, its origins and distribution, varieties, culture, harvesting, storing and uses for food and other purposes. Pineapple: Post-harvest Operations Provides information on harvesting, packinghouse operations, cooling system, storage, transportation systems and processing. Plant Health Propagation Scheme This UK scheme aims to provide commercial growers with planting material descended from proven, healthy, vigorous stock. It covers soft fruits and top fruits, hops and cobnuts. [PDF] Planting and Care of Fruit Trees Advice on fruit tree management from the West Virginia University Extension Service. [PDF] Pomegranate: Punica granatum Information on growing this small tree with details of its cultivation, pests and diseases and uses. Propagation Discusses several ways to increase fruit stocks including taking cuttings, layering, grafting and budding and the all important selection of rootstocks. Pruning and Training Information on these techniques to help maximise production from the orchard, including how to deal with abandoned or neglected trees. Quebec Fruit Breeding and Physiology Laboratory Research center and online reference for apple and strawberry growers, also with information about wine grapes and ginseng. Quest for Quince The quince is a less-known relative of pears and apples. Researchers at the National Clonal Germplasm Repository are seeking further cultivars to include in their collection of genetic material. [PDF] Quince: Cydonia oblonga Description of this tree and its uses, its cultivation and propagation, cultivars and possible sources in the UK and US. Also similar information on the pineapple guave, Acca sellowiana Quince Growing Information on cultivation of the common quince, Cydonia oblonga, including the necessary climate, soils, site, propagation, establishment of orchards and the varieties available. Rare Fruit Volodymyr Mezhenskyj provides information on unusual edible fruits, with photographs of barberry, cornelian cherry, Japanese quince, hawthorn, rowan, sea buckthorn and others. In English, Ukrainian and Russian. Rutgers Blueberry and Cranberry Research and Extension Center Includes information on the history of these crops, cultivation methods and techniques. Sapote Description of this tree with edible fruit and much information on its origins, distribution, cultivation and uses. Sea Buckthorn: Hippophae rhamnoides Information on this crop which is grown for its fruit, its biology and morphology, ecology, distribution in the former USSR, utilization and economic value. Small-Scale Fruit Production - a Comprehensive Guide An online resource for people who wish to produce fruit on a small scale and who are not legally licensed to use pesticides. From Pennsylvania State University. Tamarind Detailed account of Tamarindus indica, including its origin, cultivation, uses. Temperate Fruits Cooler parts of India have a climate suitable for growing apples, apricots, cherries, peaches, pears, persimmon, plums and strawberries. Notes on suitable varieties, propagation and culture. Texas A&M Horticultural Extension - Fruit Features publications, research, newsletters, and links. Tropical Fruit Listing of publications available from Australia's NSW Department of Agriculture. Some of the publications, whose topics range from bananas and passionfruit to orchard groundcovers, are free for download, others for sale. Tropical Fruits Information from the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute on tropical fruits of the Asia-Pacific-Oceania region, outlining its objectives and activities. Includes bibliography Upper Canada Cranberries Provides a history of the cranberry in North America and an illustrated account of how cranberries are being cultivated commercially in Eastern Ontario. Virginia Fruit Page Fact sheets on the cultivation of various fruit crops. Wye College National Fruit Collections Details of the UK National Fruit Collection, which maintains a genetic stock of cultivated top and bush fruit.
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