Detailed Explanation of Knowledge About Third-Grade Improved Varieties of Kernel Apricots
1. Yiwofeng Yiwofeng, also known as Cibian and Xiaolongwangmao, is one of the main cultivars in Hebei. The fruit is oval, slightly more rounded than Longwangmao, with a single fruit weight of 8.5-11.0 grams and a maximum of 15 grams. The skin is yellow, and when fully ripe it splits along the suture, freestone. Single kernel weight is 1.6-1.9 grams, and the kernel yield rate is 18.5%-20.5%. Kernel weight is 0.52-0.62 grams, kernel extraction rate is 38.2%, the kernel flesh is milky white, and the taste is sweet and fragrant. Extremely high-yielding, but not resistant to late frost.
2. Sanganqi (provisional name) Sanganqi was selected and bred in Yu County, Hebei Province. The fruit is round, with a single fruit weight of 7.5 grams, freestone. Single kernel weight is 1.52 grams, kernel yield rate is 39.8%, and the shell is slightly thick. Single kernel weight is 0.68-0.7 grams, kernel extraction rate is 40.6%. The almond is conical, well-formed, plump, with fine kernel flesh and a sweet, fragrant taste. During the flowering period, it can tolerate short-term low temperatures of -5.2°C, has strong drought resistance, and few fruit drops. Kernel apricot varieties belonging to this grade also include Chuanlingbian, Chibangzi, Kelala, Ganke, Chuanjiaogunzi, Akehuan'na, Sukajiananei, and Akeximixi, among others.