The timing of fruit reduction in apple trees is a critical orchard management practice. This procedure involves removing a portion of the developing fruitlets at a specific stage in their development. The objective is to regulate the crop load and enhance the quality of the remaining apples.
Optimizing fruit production contributes significantly to fruit size, color development, and overall tree health. Furthermore, this practice can promote return bloom the following season, preventing biennial bearing tendencies. Historical data shows that well-timed adjustments to fruit density improve long-term productivity and fruit marketability.
