Vol. 79 No: 1

Title:
Partial rootzone drying does not affect fruit yield of raspberries

Authors:
O.M GRANT, M STOLL and H.G. JONES

pp: 125-130

Abstract:
Pot experiments with split-root plants and two years of field experiments with manipulation of soil water content have shown that partial rootzone drying (PRD) does not affect yield in raspberries, Rubus idaeus L. `Glen Ample' and `Glen Prosen'. In some cases PRD can reduce stomatal conductance, thus reducing water loss. This results in a higher water use efficiency. Partial rootzone drying may be an efficient irrigation strategy where raspberries are produced under shelter.

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