Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
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Loppers
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Folding pruning saw
Training Systems
Training is used to shape a tree to a desired architecture, and many vari-
ations on training are available to fruit growers. The basic concepts, however,
are quite simple. For freestanding trees, we use training to create strong
structures that produce and bear large fruit crops well while maintaining
good light penetration and air movement through the canopy. Some training
