Argentina: INTA promotes studies on the use of bioregulators in blueberries

Published Jan 20, 2025

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Argentina is improving the quality and competitiveness of its blueberry cultivation by studying the use of bioregulators, as part of a doctoral thesis at the National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) in Concordia. The research focuses on the effects of bioregulators such as ethylene, cytokinins, and auxins on the ripening, firmness, size, and nutritional value of blueberries. The study aims to allow producers to adapt to export and storage conditions through differential management strategies and ultimately increase the efficiency of the harvesting process. The research is expected to provide valuable information for both researchers and producers, optimizing the use of bioregulators in blueberry production and improving the quality and sustainability of the fruit.

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Argentina has more than 30 years of experience in blueberry cultivation and a production area that covers around 2,100 hectares distributed in several regions. Fernanda Rivadeneira, a specialist from the National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) in Concordia, explained to Revista Chacra that, in order to maintain competitiveness in international markets, “it is crucial to find strategies to ensure the quality of the fruit, both in terms of flavor and size and nutritional value.” Regarding the relationship with the implementation of technologies that optimize the quality of blueberries and enhance their yields, Rivadeneira said that INTA Concordia is studying the effects of using bioregulators on the ripening and quality of these fruits. “Bioregulators are compounds that, when applied in low concentrations, can imitate or modify plant hormones that regulate the growth and development of plants. Although they are not essential for the life of the plant, their use can ...

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