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In this chapter, the evolution of training and pruning techniques for peach, as well as the scientific bases underpinning these technical achievements, are reviewed. A detailed discussion of the most widely adopted training systems and a forecast of future trends in this important part of peach cultivation are presented. Specific topics covered are: evolution of training and pruning principles (minimum pruning, summer pruning, cropping as a tool in training, and intensification of peach orchard systems); light and tree physiology (photosynthetic characteristics, light interception and distribution, fruit quality, and flower bud differentiation); modern orchard systems (open vase, palmette, central leader, Y-shaped tree, meadow orchards and protected cultivation); and effects of training system and planting density on yield (tree form effect on yield, effect of planting density on yield, and effect of tree density plus tree form on yield). |
