Plant Production L4 – Manage Plant Manipulation Methods Of An Agricultural Crop

Manage Plant Manipulation Methods Of An Agricultural Crop

Master the technical skills of pruning, training, grafting, and other techniques used to control plant shape, size, and fruiting for optimal yield and quality. This is crucial for high-value specialty crops.

Why Enroll?

• Increase Yield and Quality: Manipulate plant canopy and structure to ensure optimal light penetration, resulting in higher-quality fruit or blooms.
• Optimize Harvesting: Train plants into forms that simplify and speed up both manual and mechanical harvesting operations.
• Control Plant Vigor: Use methods like grafting to control rootstock and variety compatibility, producing plants suited for specific conditions.
• Extend Production Season: Implement techniques to manage flowering and fruiting cycles, allowing for staggered harvests and a longer supply window.