Hongpeng Wang¹ , Xingzhu Feng²

1 Biotechnology Research Center, Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, China
2 Hainan Institute of Biotechnology, Haikou, 570206, Hainan, China
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International Journal of Horticulture, 2026, Vol. 16, No. 3   doi: 10.5376/ijh.2026.16.0016
Received: 22 Apr., 2026    Accepted: 16 Jun., 2026    Published: 29 Jun., 2026

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Wang H.P., and Feng X.Z., 2026, Nutritional and irrigation strategies for high-yield peach production, International Journal of Horticulture, 16(3): 172-187 (doi: 10.5376/ijh.2026.16.0016)

The peach industry is currently facing pressure to stabilize yield, improve quality, save water and fertilizer, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. Water and mineral nutrient management has therefore become a key factor affecting high-yield and high-quality peach cultivation. This study analyzes peach water requirements, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium supply, deficit irrigation, and coordinated water–fertilizer regulation. The results show that appropriate nitrogen supply, balanced phosphorus and potassium ratios, and supplementation with micronutrients such as calcium, boron, and zinc can promote flowering, fruit set, fruit enlargement, and quality formation. Measures such as drip irrigation, integrated water and fertilizer management, regulated deficit irrigation, and partial root-zone drying can improve water use efficiency, enhance soluble solids, firmness, sugar–acid ratio, and mineral nutrient content, while reducing fertilizer loss and environmental risks. The study indicates that high-yield peach cultivation should be precisely regulated according to tree demand, soil nutrient supply, and phenological stages. Establishing an integrated water and fertilizer management system that combines water saving, fertilizer saving, high yield, superior quality, and ecological safety is of great significance for promoting the green and sustainable development of the peach industry.

Peach tree; High-yield cultivation; Integrated water and fertilizer management; Drip irrigation; Fruit quality