Abstract:

This research was carried out in the fruits belonging of various peach varieties of commercial orchards located in Lapseki county of Çanakkale province. The varieties and genotypes of peaches are as follow: Isabella, Merril Gem Free, Royal Glory, Royal Gem, Extreme Glow, Summer Red, Glohaven, Crest Haven, Extreme July, Red Elegant, J. H. Hale, Extrem486, Extrem568, Royal Jim, Black Abdos and Sırrı. The fruit weights of the varieties ranged from 154,53 to 485,0 g; fruit hardnesses from 0,84 to 10,79 kg/cm2; water-soluble dry matter contents from 7,53 to 14,50%; acid contents from 0,26 to 1,24%. Brand value must be established in national and international markets by registering the geographical indication of peach varieties grown in the region.

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