Advances in Cultivation and Breeding of Kiwifruit
A special issue of Horticulturae (ISSN 2311-7524). This special issue belongs to the section "Fruit Production Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 April 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: kiwifruit; germplasm; breeding; molecular biology
Special Issue Information
Dear Collleagues,
Kiwifruit (Actinidia spp.) is a vital horticultural crop globally, celebrated for its nutritional richness and economic value. However, challenges such as climate change, disease susceptibility (e.g., Pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae), and evolving consumer demands for quality and sustainability necessitate innovative approaches to cultivation and breeding. Advances in cultivation and breeding are critical in enhancing yield, fruit quality, disease resistance, and environmental adaptability. Modern techniques, such as gene editing, genomic selection, marker-assisted breeding, and high-throughput phenotyping, are accelerating the development of new cultivars. Meanwhile, improved cultivation strategies, including optimized pollination, canopy management, and nutrient efficiency, contribute significantly to orchard sustainability and productivity.
This Special Issue, “Advances in Cultivation and Breeding of Kiwifruit”, will showcase original research articles and reviews that explore cutting-edge strategies for kiwifruit improvement. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Novel cultivation techniques for kiwifruit;
- Sustainable cultivation techniques (e.g., precision irrigation, organic systems);
- Development of disease-resistant and climate-resilient kiwifruit varieties;
- Application of molecular breeding and biotechnology for trait improvement;
- Fruit quality enhancement: flavor, aroma, nutrition, and postharvest performance;
- Innovations in cultivation techniques, pollination, and orchard management;
- Conservation and utilization of kiwifruit genetic resources;
- Physiological and molecular mechanisms underlying key agronomic traits.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Junjie Tao
Prof. Dr. Chunhui Huang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- kiwifruit
- cultivation
- breeding
- fruit quality
- genetic resource
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