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Discusses advances in technology and techniques implemented by growers to improve productivity.
Description of mechanised harvesting and trellis drying methods is given.
Trellis design and equipment development have now evolved almost to the point where it is possible to completely mechanise all the steps of raisin production, including winter pruning.
There is potential to combine high productivity with management systems with minimize inputs, particularly labour, through mechanisation.
Integrated Systems for Mechanisation of Raisin Production in Australia
1996, Grape Grower (Fresno California), vol 28, issue 9, pages 22-26
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