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One Horticulture was founded by Dr Ersin Atay to bridge the gap between applied research and orchard practice. Grounded in the physiology of temperate fruit trees, we translate research findings into a practical understanding of how orchards function — enhancing tree performance, stabilising yields, and supporting long-term sustainability.
While high-density apple systems form the scientific core, our approach provides transferable insights across temperate fruit species, helping growers better understand the link between biological processes and orchard performance.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
TREE ARCHITECTURE & YIELD STABILITY
TREE ARCHITECTURE & YIELD STABILITY
Understanding how canopy structure, pruning strategy, and cultivar behaviour interact to regulate vegetative–generative balance and return bloom. Research shows that pruning systems directly influence yield regularity: short-pruning systems may increase the risk of biennial bearing, while long-pruning approaches support stable flowering and consistent production.
RESILIENT CULTIVARS & ROOTSTOCK DEVELOPMENT
RESILIENT CULTIVARS & ROOTSTOCK DEVELOPMENT
Supporting the selection and development of cultivars and rootstocks adapted to changing environmental conditions, with a focus on long-term orchard productivity.
ROOT-ASSOCIATED MICROORGANISMS & SOIL FUNCTION
ROOT-ASSOCIATED MICROORGANISMS & SOIL FUNCTION
Understanding and managing beneficial root-associated microorganisms to improve nutrient uptake and strengthen overall orchard resilience.
STRES PHYSIOLOGY & ADAPTATION
STRES PHYSIOLOGY & ADAPTATION
Developing strategies to enhance tree tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses under changing environmental conditions.
RAINFED ORCHARD SYSTEMS
RAINFED ORCHARD SYSTEMS
Understanding how root system characteristics and soil management influence productivity under limited water availability, with a focus on drought-tolerant temperate fruit species.
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