Air Circulation Is Important

Crowded trees increase the likelihood that serious disease epidemics will occur. Poor air circulation slows down the drying of foliage and increases the potential for infection within an orchard. Where possible, the rows should run with the prevailing wind. This will allow for better movement of wind through the grove. If the rows are planted perpendicular to the prevailing wind, the outer rows will block air movement into the inner orchard. This is particularly important when trees are closely spaced.

 

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