date:Jun 03, 2016
orious option would be to prune entirely by machine and follow up with another machine in the spring to shoot-thin. So far this practice has not been widely adopted, but research has shown that it is a viable option.
Mechanical Leafing, Suckering
Leafing is another potentially beneficial canopy management practice that can be done mechanically.
Sucker removal can also be done by machine. Further labor savings may be gained by coming innovations in mechanization, including driverless smart spra