Story® Inored Variety Fact Sheet
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Fruit color: White, crisp and juicy.
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Skin color: Intense and uniform bright red, covering almost the entire fruit.
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Size and shape: Medium to large size (75-80 mm) and regular, elongated conical shape.
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Tree size: Medium to strong vigor, upright habit.
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Fruit maturity: End of September - beginning of October.
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Fruit Flavor: Sweet and tangy flavor, well balanced. Fruity and floral aromas.
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Earliness of the variety: Rapid and regular fruit set.
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Fruiting period Early October.
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Disease resistance and storage: Excellent resistance to scab (Vf gene) and powdery mildew. Good resistance to fire blight. Excellent storage, up to 8 months in normal cold storage.
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Variety yield: Excellent productivity and good production consistency.
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Is this variety self-fertile? No, it requires pollinators like Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, or Gala.
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Commercial use: Intended for the professional and amateur market, suitable for organic and conventional cultivation. Can be marketed under different strategies: red or two-tone, organic or conventional, under its own name or under its own brand.
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Is this a COV variety? Yes
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Comments: Variety created by INRA and Novadi. Flowering at the same time as Golden Delicious. Adapted to new management methods such as 2D fruit hedges. Variety protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (PVC), subject to a specific marketing approach by Novadi. More than 3 million trees sold worldwide since 2012. Well adapted to southern regions.
Buy Story® Inored Apple Tree Plants: A Modern, Resistant and Long-Life Variety
The Story® Inored apple tree, developed by INRA and NOVADI, is an innovative variety that combines disease resistance, attractive aesthetics, and excellent shelf life. With its dense, crisp flesh, balanced sweetness, and intense red skin, Story® Inored is ideal for both professional and amateur markets. Suitable for a variety of growing systems, this variety is a strategic choice for growers seeking to meet modern demands for quality and sustainability.
Characteristics of Story® Inored Apple Tree Plants
Story® Inored appeals with its exceptional characteristics, meeting the needs of producers and consumers:
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Maturity: Harvest in late September to early October, approximately 25 days after Golden Delicious, with storage for up to 8 months in normal cold storage (3°C).
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Flesh and Skin: White, dense and firm flesh, wrapped in an intense red skin washed over 3/4 to 4/4 of the fruit, very attractive on the stalls.
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Taste Quality: Sweet flavor (13-15° Brix), low acidity (5.5-8 g/L malic acid), with a crisp and juicy texture, perfect to satisfy a wide range of consumers.
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Tree Size: Medium to low vigor, with an open habit, making the tree easy to train and maintain.
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Disease Resistance: Excellent resistance to common scab races thanks to the Vf/Rvi6 gene, with moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew.
Buying Story® Inored apple trees guarantees regular production of tasty and attractive fruit, adapted to the expectations of modern markets.
Taste Quality and Uses of the Story® Inored Apple
Story® Inored is renowned for its sweet taste and versatility, ideal for various uses:
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Fresh Consumption: Crisp, juicy and sweet flesh, perfect for eating straight from the oven.
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Culinary Transformations: Suitable for desserts, pies and fruit salads thanks to its balanced taste and firm texture.
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Exceptional Conservation: With a conservation capacity of up to 8 months, it offers extended availability, ideal for winter markets.
Thanks to its taste qualities and long shelf life, Story® Inored is a variety prized by demanding consumers.
Yield and Resistance of the Story® Inored Apple Tree
Story® Inored combines high productivity and robustness, meeting producers' expectations:
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Yield: Good productivity, with an average potential of 50 t/ha/year and a uniform size (65-85 mm).
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Disease Resistance: Natural resistance to scab and moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew, requiring monitoring and preventative treatments if necessary.
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Pollination: Not self-fertile, it requires compatible pollinators such as Ariane, Goldrush, Canopy, Gala, Red Delicious, Granny Smith or Idared for optimal fruiting.
These characteristics make Story® Inored a reliable and high-performance variety, suitable for various production systems.
Growing Tips for the Story® Inored Apple Tree
To optimize the culture of Story® Inored, here are some practical recommendations:
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Rootstocks:
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M106: For well-drained soils, offering moderate vigor and rapid fruit set.
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M7: Ideal for rich, deep soils, with increased drought tolerance.
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MM111: Suitable for difficult or poor soils, ensuring robustness and solid anchoring.
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Exposure and Soil: Favor sunny exposure and fresh, well-drained soils to maximize fruit quality.
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Tree Maintenance: Thinning is essential to prevent alternation and ensure good fruit distribution. The open habit makes pruning and maintenance easier.
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Harvesting and Storage: Harvest at the right stage of maturity to take advantage of its long shelf life and preserve its taste qualities.
These practices ensure regular production and superior quality fruit, meeting the expectations of modern markets.
Story® Inored: A Modern and Versatile Variety for Professional and Amateur Orchardists
Story® Inored stands out for its resistance, taste quality, and exceptional shelf life, making it an ideal choice for growers looking to meet today's market demands. Its adaptability to new growing systems, such as 2D fruit hedges, and its ability to thrive in southern regions make it a versatile and innovative variety.
Why Buy Story® Inored Apple Tree Plants from Arboriverse?
At Arboriverse , we offer certified plants adapted to your needs:
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Guaranteed Quality: Plants protected by a VOC, rigorously selected for their performance and resistance.
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Competitive Prices: Attractive prices to meet the expectations of professionals and amateur gardeners.
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Technical Support: Our experts assist you throughout your project to maximize your returns.
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Fast Delivery: Reliable and fast shipping so you can start growing right away.
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Don't miss the opportunity to grow this innovative and high-performance variety. With Arboriverse , benefit from certified plants and personalized support to help you succeed in your growing projects. Order your Story® Inored apple trees now and enjoy a resilient, tasty variety that's adapted to modern requirements!
FAQs
What are the benefits of the Story® Inored apple tree?
Story® Inored combines excellent shelf life, increased disease resistance and exceptional taste qualities, ideal for professional and amateur markets.
Where can I buy certified Story® Inored plants?
At Arboriverse, we offer certified VOC-protected plants, with advice tailored to your needs.
Is the Story® Inored apple tree self-fertile?
No, it requires pollinators like Gala, Red Delicious or Ariane to ensure optimal fruiting.
What is the shelf life of the Story® Inored apple?
Story® Inored apples can be stored for up to 8 months under normal refrigeration conditions, providing extended market availability.
What are the culinary uses of the Story® Inored apple?
Ideal for fresh consumption, it is also suitable for desserts and fruit salads thanks to its crunchy and sweet flesh.
Which growing systems are suitable for the Story® Inored apple tree?
It is particularly suited to new management systems, such as 2D fruit hedges, to maximize planting density and efficiency.
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