Does anyone have experience pruning by ripping branches, as opposed to
clipping or lopping? Just read about the Wafler's using this method
(/American FruitGrower/, Feb. 2014.). We've always done a bit of it,
especially upright shoots when checking the orchard for other things
(i.e. without pruning tools at hand.) Just wondered if there have been
any long-term deleterious effects ? It's obvious that upper body
strength plays into the equation, but is there a limit on the size of
branch that is removed by ripping?
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Ellen McAdam
McDougal Orchards LLc
201 Hanson Ridge Road
Springvale, ME 04083
207-324-5054
www.mcdougalorchards.com
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