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Agriculture · Q58

Horticulture

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 58

Q58

The term used for a pruning system wherein low hanging branches are removed is

A.
Thinning
B.
Skirting
Answer
C.
Bushing
D.
Gleaning

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The term used for a pruning system wherein low-hanging branches are removed is Skirting.
It affects canopy temperature, relative humidity, fruit yield and quality also.
It facilitates the operations such as fertilizer application and controlling weeds.
It should be done as soon after harvest as possible.