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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Pruning Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Fruit Tree Pruning Fundamentals Virtual Workshop\nWednesday\, December 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom  \nCost $5 \nJoin our comprehensive apple pruning workshop and discover the essential skills that separate thriving orchards from struggling trees. This class will teach you the science and artistry behind proper pruning\, empowering you to maximize your harvest while maintaining healthy\, beautiful trees for years to come. The skills you learn in this course will prepare you to prune your fruit trees in the dormant season of mid-December to late February when pruning should be done.  \n\nSince 2017\, Grant McCarty\, Local Foods and Small Farms Educator\, has taught fruit tree pruning classes for Northern Illinois growers\, both commercial and noncommercial. His approach uses a color coding systems to help you visualize the cuts you need to make this season\, the shape your tree currently is or is heading\, and the confidence to take his suggestions and put into action. This unique approach combines education with consulting and coaching without stepping foot on your orchard.  \n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nIn this workshop\, you’ll master both the theory and practice of apple tree pruning through detailed classroom instruction and personalized tree analysis: \n\n\nPruning Timing and Strategy – Learn when to prune for optimal growth and fruit production throughout the seasons\, understanding how timing affects tree health and harvest quality.\nTree Anatomy and Assessment – Identify different types of wood and buds\, understanding how each contributes to your tree’s overall health and productivity.\nProper Cutting Techniques – Master the fundamental cuts and tool selection methods that professional orchardists use to maintain healthy\, productive trees.\nTool Maintenance and Care – Develop essential skills for keeping your pruning tools sharp and properly sanitized to prevent disease transmission between trees.\nTree Training Methods – Discover techniques for shaping young orchards and establishing strong branch structures that can support heavy fruit loads.\nDisease Prevention and Management – Learn how strategic pruning improves air circulation and light penetration to reduce disease pressure naturally.\nFruit Thinning Strategies – Understand when and how to thin fruit for larger\, higher-quality apples and reduced stress on tree branches.\nPersonalized Tree Analysis – The highlight of our class is examining photos of your actual trees to develop specific\, actionable pruning plans you can implement immediately.\n\n\nWhy Attend This Class\nProper pruning is the difference between a productive orchard and a disappointing harvest. Many apple growers struggle with overgrown\, diseased\, or poorly shaped trees that produce small\, low-quality fruit. You may also be encountering heavy crop loads every other year. This class will save you years of trial and error\, helping you avoid common mistakes that can permanently damage your trees. You’ll learn techniques that commercial orchardists use to maximize both fruit quality and quantity\, while developing the confidence to make decisions that will benefit your trees for decades.  \n\nWhat to Expect\nThis comprehensive classroom workshop combines expert instruction with personalized guidance for your specific trees. Before class\, you’ll have the opportunity to submit photos of your fruit trees\, which we’ll analyze together to create customized pruning plans tailored to your orchard’s unique needs.  \n\nWho Should Attend\nThis class is perfect for backyard fruit tree growers looking to improve their harvest\, homesteaders wanting to establish productive orchards\, and anyone who has inherited apple trees and wants to care for them properly. Further\, this class is designed for new commercial orchardists\, whether adding to their farm or just getting started.  
URL:http://chicagocommunitygardens.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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