Delbard Nurseries were presenting their latest apple and pear selections on 26th September 2018. Some professionals took advantage of this visit managed by Arnaud Delbard and his team. On the agenda: Visit of the selection orchard and fruit tasting of the early maturing varieties.

About apples

The apple breeding program is quite unique as it is built on a broad and diverse gene pool, leveraging on Scab tolerant parental lines for more than 20 years, in addition to seeking a unique taste.

This long-term effort shows great potential regarding today’s market expectations.

To be highlighted, especially among the Scab tolerant plant material:

• PxA9870 for its taste presenting a balanced profile between crunch and juice, a fast coloring fruit with good holding ability on the tree.
• PxA5348: The Scab tolerant variety at Gala period, presenting a balanced tree with attractive fruits.
• PxA5232: A balanced and spreading tree, producing fruits with a good size and dark red color. Maturity is 5 to 10 days after Gala.

About pears

14 varieties on stage including 5 new numbers. Beyond the agronomic qualities, the pear breeding program is focusing on delivering high eating experience based on the taste and a smooth texture.

To be highlighted :

• Rx3517, the “bronze” pear offering a high potential for taste, 3 weeks after picking,
• RX2238, the winter pear for storage,
• RX5603 for its high taste potential with a touch of tangy flavour.

 

Still a lot of new varieties to be discovered in the selection orchard!

 

Thanks to all participants who kindly replied to Star Fruits’ invitation. Don’t miss the next stage at the occasion of Interpoma in Bolzano to discover the later maturing varieties. If you want to participate, please contact Christelle: variety@star-fruits.com

If you would like variety information or start testing new varieties in your orchard, please contact Ekaterina : ekaterina.beugnet@star-fruits.com