Top left: Seedlings showing powdery mildew. Bottom left: Bags are used to protect new seedlings from cross pollinization. Right: The Dalitron apple is from the Davodeau-Ligonniere breeding program and named after citron for its unique lemon color. Bringing a new variety to commercialization involves a host of steps and activities ranging from field evaluation to variety promotion. A young French company focused on variety development has brought together all the facets under one roof. International Fruit Obtention, a private company located near Angers in France’s Loire Valley, specializes in research and development of apple and pear varieties and rootstocks. Created […]