Effects of TIBA growth regulator on open branching of citrus for mechanical shaking
Authors
S. B. BoswellC. D. Mccarty
Authors Affiliations
S. B. Boswell is Specialist, Department of Plant Sciences, University of California, Riverside; C. D. McCarty is Extension Horticulture Technologist, Agricultural Extension Service, U.C., Riverside.Publication Information
Hilgardia 24(11):6-7. DOI:10.3733/ca.v024n11p6. November 1970.
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Abstract
SUCCESSFUL HARVESTING with mechanical shakers requires a tree with an open-spreading branch structure. A vase-like arrangement of three primary scaffold branches arising from the main trunk at a height of from 24 to 30 inches is ideal. The low, open-centered, spreading canopy thus formed allows fruit to fall to a catching frame with less chance of striking interfering branches.
Boswell S, Mccarty C. 1970. Effects of TIBA growth regulator on open branching of citrus for mechanical shaking. Hilgardia 24(11):6-7. DOI:10.3733/ca.v024n11p6
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