The essential guide to bringing new varieties of kiwis to Chile

Published Oct 28, 2024

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A project aimed at simplifying the process of introducing new kiwi varieties in Chile was carried out by the Kiwi Fruit Committee of Chile, with support from CORFO and FDF. The project, which began in 2018 and ended in the same year, aimed to address issues faced by the industry in introducing new varieties and guide producers and exporters through the process. The results of the project were divided into three protocols: selection of rootstocks and pollinators, selection of fruit materials, and post-harvest. The post-harvest protocol was developed in collaboration with the Catholic University and focuses on the unique behaviors of different kiwi varieties. The project also highlighted Verticillium as a significant challenge for growing yellow kiwi varieties in Chile.

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It can take years to bring a new variety of kiwi to Chile, and there is also extensive regulation. Given this scenario, it is essential to have clear information to guide producers and exporters regarding the choice of genetic material and thus increase the variety offering in a market where the Hayward kiwi dominates. This was one of the objectives of the project “Protocol for the establishment of genetic material” developed by the Kiwi Fruit Committee of Chile and which was part of the Technological Program for Export Fruit Growing in the Central South Zone” (PTEC-Central South Zone). The project was developed with the support of the Production Development Corporation (CORFO) and the Foundation for Fruit Development (FDF). For Elizabeth Köhler, technical advisor of the Kiwi Committee and who carried out the technical coordination of the project, the industry has been bringing varieties that have not yielded good results, for example, that do not adapt or have disease problems. ...

Source: Portaldelcampo