Jindao Huang¹ , Zhixiong Zhang² , Bo Zhang³

1 Agricultural Science and Technology Service Team of Taizhou Open University, Taizhou, 318000, Zhejiamg, China
2 Taizhou Huangyan Qingnongren Agricultural Technology Service Team, Taizhou, 318020, Zhejiamg, China
3 Taizhou Huangyan Chaoyu Agriculture Co., Ltd, Taizhou, 318020, Zhejiamg, China
Author    Correspondence author
Bioscience Methods, 2025, Vol. 16, No. 4   
Received: 29 Jun., 2025    Accepted: 11 Aug., 2025    Published: 31 Aug., 2025

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Bayberry (Myrica rubra) is a commercially valuable fruit crop widely cultivated in subtropical regions, China is the main producer of Bayberry. But its fruit quality and yield are often inconsistent due to variable environmental and management factors. In this study, we investigated precision fertilization and regulation technologies to enhance bayberry fruit quality through integrated approaches that included soil and foliar nutrient diagnostics, controlled-release fertilization strategies, and the application of remote sensing and geospatial tools. We also explored regulatory techniques such as the use of plant growth regulators, optimized irrigation practices, and canopy management to improve nutrient distribution and fruit development. Smart agricultural technologies, including IoT sensors and machine learning-based nutrient scheduling models, were employed to refine fertilization timing and decision-making. A case study conducted in Southeast China demonstrated that these integrated technologies significantly improved fruit size, sugar-acid balance, and yield stability. Our results indicate that precision fertilization and regulation not only improve fruit quality and economic returns for farmers but also reduce environmental impacts, offering a sustainable framework for bayberry cultivation. Future research should focus on developing region-specific nutrient models and enhancing technology accessibility for smallholders.

Bayberry; Precision fertilization; Fruit quality; Smart agriculture; Sustainable horticulture