An example of a highly organized V trellis system used by Washington’s Auvil Fruit Company With the site, rootstock and variety selected, the next major decisions involve the type of orchard system and density. To be competitive in today’s global apple market, orchard systems must provide early returns, produce uniform fruit with good size, and be labor efficient. Vertical Upright or vertical systems have more options and flexibility when it comes to tree shapes that will meet the needs of the future. The upright system is easier to change down the road than a V or angle system if machines […]