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100			_aShiv Kumar Shivandu
245			_aClimatic influences on flowering dynamics, reproductive development and fruit set in litchi cv. Dehradun
246			_aP 368-372
520			_aThe present study investigates the effects of climatic variability on the reproductive development, flower sex ratios, and fruit set of Litchi chinensis cv. Dehradun in Himachal Pradesh from 2021 to 2023. Results reveal that cooler temperatures during floral bud induction (November–December) favoured balanced flower sex ratios and floral differentiation, promoting a successful fruit set. Higher temperatures in December 2022, however, led to increased vegetative growth and reduced reproductive output. Early flowering in January was advanced by cooler conditions in 2021–22, while improved rainfall and humidity further supported panicle health and fruit retention. Warmer April–May conditions contributed to elevated fruit drop and cracking, impacting yield. Additionally, cooler temperatures encouraged longer, more robust panicles, positively influencing flower production. These findings highlight the significance of cooler temperatures during key stages of litchi development and suggest the potential of adaptive practices, such as supplemental irrigation during dry spells, to counter climate impacts on yield and quality.
654			_aClimate change _aflowering _afruit set _a litchi _atemperature
773	0		_0125299 _9112521 _tCurrent Science _x 0011-3891
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