Jul 10, 2006 15:47
Getting Rid of Masculine Buds
When XXXXX trees reach the age of 38 days then having 7 pairs of real leaves, masculine buds will come out from clusters of young leaves. It is necessary to get rid of masculine buds. One hand holds a stalk, and the other pluck out a young cluster of leaves surrounding masculine buds. Plucking masculine buds prevents pollen mixing, which leads to low quality of XXXX. Kernels will swell, and become undesirable in markets. In addition, plucking of masculine buds quickens harvesting, and increases productivity. Therefore, this technique should not be overlooked. XXXXX can be harvested 3-4 days after masculine bud plucking.