Early Performance of Orange Rootstocks in Commercial Settings

Abstract

In this article, we provide estimates on the performance of different rootstocks grafted with Valencia sweet orange scions in commercial field conditions. These are the first estimates obtained from side-by-side trials that compare the performance of rootstocks developed by two breeding programs in Florida, namely that of the University of Florida and the USDA. Those estimates can be particularly useful to help growers decide which rootstocks to plant. Importantly, this analysis combines yield and economic performance.