Hot Summer Days

Okay, it's way too hot out there. These are the days we are in the field at daybreak, take the afternoon off and then go back out in the evening.
The trees have been growing like crazy, but willnow slow down since the summer heat is here. This time of year we are busy with trimming and taking care of any aphid outbreaks that might show up. As soon as the tops harden up a bit more it will be time to tie up any top that is not standing straight. This tends to be a long process, mostly because we have to drag the big orchard ladder through the fields.
It's also time to begin thinking about harvest coming in a few more months, mostly looking at numbers and what field I think I can clear out for a new rotation. We should have 2 or 3 sections of trees that we will offer at a discounted price so we can empty the field and start over. Check out the website for more info on that.

The thermometer says it is a cool 80 degrees outside, so it is time for the evening work session.