![]() He grabs a sample from different locations in our orchard to get an overall assessment of readiness. Our fieldman, Tom starts checking our fruit on a regular basis within that 5 to 20-day spread between the average harvest date and the optimal harvest date using the DAFB number. ![]() From there, we track the number of days after full bloom (DAFB). In the spring, when the apple trees are in full bloom, we record the date. We use the calendar to help us get a general idea for when we’ll start to harvest. We want our apples to have the best eating quality, so we go to a lot of trouble to be sure about our harvest dates. How will we know? Do we grab a magic eight ball? Photo credit Angell When to harvest apples for the best quality is a question on the minds of apple farmers now.
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