Fruit Tree Production
A.Y. 2023/2024
Learning objectives
The lectures will provide knowledge about the concepts of morphology, ecology, phenology, physiology, genetics and agronomy of plant trees for basic knowledge of tree-cropping systems.
Expected learning outcomes
The lectures will provide knowledge about the biology and ecology of woody plants, agronomy, cropping systems of trees. The information acquired in other keystone lectures will be implemented and focused on trees, allowing students to develop a critical knowledge applicable to the planting and management of woody vegetation.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
CFU I. Morphology, anatomy and architecture of woody plants: roots, stem, branches, leaves, flowers and fruits. CFU II. The annual and life cycle of woody plants: juvanility, maturity, senescence. Phenology bud dormancy, sprouting, primary and secondary growth, flowering, fruit growth and ripening. CFU III. Premininary analysis of the planting site: how soil and climate will affect plant growth? CFU IV. Species selection for fruit and timber arboriculture. Planting and management techniques: irrigation, fertilization, soil management. CFU V. Pruning woody plants: best management practices. CFU VI -Field activities: morphology of woody plants, tree plantation management, pruning of fruit trees
Prerequisites for admission
Basic notions about morphology and physiology of plants, agronomy, and and soil chemistry
Teaching methods
42 hours of lectures,
12 hours of field activities
4 hours of practical lectures
12 hours of field activities
4 hours of practical lectures
Teaching Resources
Articles, slides, and other material on Ariel webpage.
Textbook:
Sansavini S., Costa G., Gucci R., Inglese P., Ramina A., Xiloyannis C. 2012 - Arboricoltura generale. Pàtron editore, with particular emphasis to chapters: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.
Textbook:
Sansavini S., Costa G., Gucci R., Inglese P., Ramina A., Xiloyannis C. 2012 - Arboricoltura generale. Pàtron editore, with particular emphasis to chapters: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16.
Assessment methods and Criteria
An oral exam will be held after the completion of the lectures to check candidates' understanding and comprehension of the topic discussed during the lectures. The exam will consist in 4 questions focused on the lectures topics, specifically formuled to evaluate: the knowledge about structure, life cycle, and cultivation of woody plants; the understanding of key factors in planning and management of tree plantations; the skill to apply knowledge in practical cases.
AGR/03 - ARBORICULTURE AND FRUITCULTURE - University credits: 6
Field activity: 16 hours
Practicals: 8 hours
Lessons: 36 hours
Practicals: 8 hours
Lessons: 36 hours
Professor:
Fini Alessio
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