JP2008022796A - Trimming fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation, and fruit tree shrub cultivation device - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a trimming fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation, for improving sunlight and ventilation, and to provide a fruit tree shrub cultivation device having a beam to attach a sunshine reflection curtain to and a support to attach a bird-proof or insect-proof net and/or a rainproof coating material to. <P>SOLUTION: This trimming fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation is obtained by fixing in a radial state a trimming support 5 which extends to the cross direction and then curves upwards and extends, to a column 1 dividable into two, attaching ring-like trimming shelves 6 to the trimming support in multi-stages, and attaching to the column 1, a beam 7 to attach a sunshine reflection curtain to a vertical support 8 having a pulley set on the lower end, and a reinforcing material 9 of the cross direction, unified with each other. The fruit tree shrub cultivation device comprises connecting a support 13 to each support 8 with a connecting tool 14, and forming to cover the trimming fence with each the support 13, and attaching a bird-proof or insect-proof net and/or a rainproof coating material to the support. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation and an apparatus for fruit tree shrub cultivation used when fruit trees such as mango, papaya, blueberry, cherry, peach, pear and apple are cultivated.

  In recent years, in order to efficiently perform pruning, fruit removal, disinfection, harvesting, etc., and from the standpoint of independence of aging fruit gardeners and mildly disabled people, it is possible to avoid climbing the platform or ladder to work at high places. In this way, so-called shrub cultivation, in which the height of fruit trees is cultivated low enough to reach human hands, is actively performed. In shrub cultivation of fruit trees, branches and leaves often overlap to make a shrub. This has the negative effect on the growth of fruit trees and the harvest of fruits, as sunlight is not taken in throughout the entire tree, the wind path is poor.

  In order to solve this problem, various ideas have been conventionally made and proposed. For example, it has been widely practiced to provide a square shelf in the shape of a square in the periphery of a fruit tree, pruning branches and leaves that extend in all directions along this shelf, and pruning and cutting off branches that do not fit together. Moreover, the result branch of the fruit tree (sweet cherry) planted in a row at a predetermined row interval and a predetermined interval is made up of at least two linear members arranged horizontally at a predetermined width in the left-right direction of the cultivation row. Cultivation formed between two linear members at both ends, and fixed on a base surface provided in parallel in at least two steps in the vertical direction of the cultivation row, and as a result, the fruits are allowed to settle on the branches. A method and a shelf for cultivation (Patent Document 1) have been proposed.

Moreover, in each cultivation row of fruit trees planted in rows at a predetermined row interval and a predetermined interval, a plurality of support columns are set up at predetermined intervals, and each support column is provided with a predetermined interval between both inclined portions. The inverted trapezoidal frame with a plurality of holes is fixed in place, and a wire is inserted between the holes drilled at the same height in each frame. The result branches of each fruit tree are fixed by a wire rod inserted between the holes at the lowest position of each frame, and the new tree formed from each of the result mother branches is fixed to the highest of each frame. A shelf for fruit tree cultivation (Patent Document 2) is proposed that is tilted and fixed to both the left and right sides of a cultivation row by linear members inserted between holes formed at positions other than a low position.
JP 7-59477 A Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 9-9799

  The present invention provides a branch fence for improving the sunlight and ventilation of the entire fruit tree, which can be easily cultivated by the elderly and mildly handicapped in the cultivation of fruit trees. Providing branching fences that allow light to strike the entire branches and leaves, reducing the number of pesticide sprays to reduce residual pesticides, protecting trees and fruits from pests and birds, and protecting against rain It is an object to provide a device for use.

  The present invention relates to a branching shelf in the form of a ring (ring) that is radially fixed to a branching strut that extends in a lateral direction and then bends upwards around the side surface of a cylinder that can be divided in the vertical direction. It is a branch fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation characterized by attaching a multi-stage. The ring-shaped branching shelf is preferably attached so as to be movable up and down. Further, the present invention provides the branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation according to the above-mentioned branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation, characterized in that the beam for attaching the solar reflective curtain is attached to the cylinder in a radial manner so that the outside is raised. It is.

  The present invention also provides a branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation in which the beam is supported by a vertical column, a pulley is provided at the lower end of each column, and the column can be moved to open and close the interval between columns. is there. Further, the present invention is configured such that each support supporting the branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation is a support for attaching a bird-proof / insect-proof net and / or a rainproof covering material so as to cover the branching fence. This is an apparatus for cultivating fruit trees and shrubs.

  Since the branching fence of the present invention is provided for each fruit tree or for each set stock, it is easy for an elderly person or a handicapped person to work. In addition, the branch fences are equipped with multiple circular shelves, so that the branches of fruit trees that have different heights and extend in all directions are easy so that the branches and leaves do not overlap, the sunlight enters well, and the ventilation is good. This makes it easy to grow shrubs. Further, by making the circular shelf movable up and down, the branching becomes easier. In addition, by providing a beam so that the outside is raised radially from the cylinder of the branch fence, and by attaching a solar reflective screen to this beam, the sun reflected light can be applied to the fruit tree from below, so that trees and fruits Can help the fruit grow and improve the coloration of the fruit when it ripens. Furthermore, when a ripe or unripe fruit falls, it is possible to prevent damage caused by dropping. In addition, by providing a vertical column that supports the beam and providing a pulley at the lower end of each column, each column can be moved easily, and the interval between the columns of the target fruit tree is increased. can do.

  Further, in the present invention, the vertical pillars supporting the beam of the above-mentioned branch fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation are made long pillars that cover the branch fence, and the bird is attached to the pillar by attaching a bird-proof / insect net to the bird. Eating damage can be prevented, and pests can be prevented from entering, reducing the number of spraying of pesticides and reducing pesticide residues. Moreover, a fruit can be protected from the damage by a wind and rain by attaching the rain-proof coating | covering material to this support | pillar.

  The present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings showing an example of the present invention. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an example of a branch fence in the present invention. Reference numeral 1 denotes a cylinder that can be divided in the vertical direction. This division is preferably performed in 2 to 4 divisions. In this example, it is divided into two in the vertical direction, a hinge 2 is provided in the divided part on one side, and the divided parts on the other side are connected by inserting a pin 3. Both sides may be connected by inserting the pin 3. In order to securely and securely fix the cylinder 1 to the ground, an appropriate number of protruding portions 4 are provided around the lower end of the cylinder 1, and holes (not shown) for driving piles are opened in the protruding portions. May be. Reference numeral 5 denotes a branching support post radially fixed around the side surface of the cylinder. The branching support column 5 extends from the fixing portion of the cylinder 1 in the lateral direction, and then bends and extends upward. The height is preferably within the reach of human hands in shrub cultivation. 6 is a circular branching shelf. The branching shelf 6 is configured by attaching a ring (ring) to the branching support column 5. This attachment may be performed using a clamp or the like, or may be performed by bundling using a wire.

  The usage method of said branching fence is demonstrated. First, the pin 3 of the cylinder 1 of the branching fence is pulled out, the cylinder 1 is opened using the hinge 2, the root of the fruit tree is put into the cylinder 1, and the cylinder 1 is closed. That is, the cylinder 1 is installed around the base of the fruit tree. By this operation, the fruit tree is surrounded by a branch fence. In order to securely fix the cylinder 1 to the ground, it is preferable to drive it through a pile into the hole of the protruding portion 4 provided around the lower end thereof. Next, the branches of the fruit tree are branched using the branching shelf 6 of the branching fence and the branching support column 5. That is, for example, the branches are tied to the branching shelf 6 or the branching support column 5 with a string to branch the branches. When branching, it is convenient to attach a ring (ring) of the branching shelf 6 so that it can be moved up and down according to the state of the branches of the fruit tree. The number of stages of the branching shelf 6 is appropriate depending on the type of fruit tree, but is usually 2 to 5 stages.

  You may provide the beam for attaching a sunlight reflective curtain to said branching fence. The beams are fixed radially to the cylinder 1. The beam is raised on the outside so that the sunlight reflected from the solar light curtain can efficiently hit the branches and fruits of the fruit tree. In order to strengthen the beam, it is preferable to provide a vertical column in contact with the ground and fix the other end of the beam to the column. Further, in order to further strengthen, a lateral reinforcing material may be provided, and the beam, the support column and the reinforcing material may be integrated.

  When the beam is reinforced with a vertical support, a pulley (caster) is preferably provided at the lower end of the support. By providing this pulley, it becomes easy to move the struts of the target work place, and the space between the struts can be widened to facilitate the work on the fruit trees. The pulley is preferably provided with a stopper. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing an example when this pulley is provided. In this example, 1 is a cylinder, 5 is a branching support column, and 6 is a branching shelf. Reference numeral 7 denotes a beam for mounting the solar reflective curtain, 8 denotes a vertical support, and 9 denotes a lateral reinforcing material. The beam 7, the vertical column 8, and the lateral reinforcing member 9 are integrated. Reference numeral 10 denotes a pulley (caster) attached to the lower end of the vertical column 8. Reference numeral 11 denotes a groove provided on the outer peripheral side surface of the cylinder 1. The end of the reinforcing material 9 is fitted in the groove 11 so as to be movable along the groove 11. Therefore, each support column 8 can move around the cylinder 1. If a pulley 12 is attached to the tip of the reinforcing member 9 and a guide line (rail) is provided in the groove 11, the movement can be made more smoothly.

  In the example shown in FIG. 2, a long column is used as the vertical column 8 that supports the beam 7, and this long column covers the branching fence, and the column is covered with a bird / insect net and / or a rainproof coating. A material may be attached. Further, instead of using a long column as described above, a long column is joined to the tip of the vertical column 8 that supports the beam 7 shown in FIG. 2, and the branching fence is covered with the joined column, and the column is attached to the column. You may make it attach a bird-proof and insect-proof net | network and / or a rain-proof coating | covering material. In this way, a branching fence suitable for fruit tree shrub cultivation, a beam extending a solar reflection curtain provided around the lower part thereof, and a birdproof / insect netting and / or rainproof covering material provided to cover the branching fence are attached. A device for cultivating fruit tree shrubs integrated with a support is obtained. As the rainproof covering material, a material having good translucency is preferably used.

  FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing an example of the apparatus for cultivating fruit tree shrubs according to the present invention, which is constructed by joining long struts to each vertical strut 8 supporting the beam shown in FIG. Reference numerals 1 to 12 are the same as described above. Reference numeral 13 denotes a long column connected to the vertical column 8 by using the connection tool 14. Each of the long columns gathers in the center at the upper side, and the tip of each column is fitted in a groove (not shown) provided on the lower surface of the cylinder 15 so as to be movable along the groove. If a pulley is attached to the upper end of each column 13 and a guide line (rail) is provided in the groove, each column 13 can be moved more smoothly. Reference numeral 16 denotes a wire or rope for connecting and reinforcing the long struts 13 with each other.

Attaching birds and insect nets and / or rainproof coverings to these long supports can prevent damage to the fruits that can be eaten by birds, and can also prevent the invasion of pests, reducing the number of spraying of pesticides. Residual pesticides can be reduced. Moreover, a fruit can be protected from the damage by a wind and rain by attaching the rain-proof coating | covering material to this support | pillar.

  In the present invention, the above-described cylinder, various support columns, rings (rings), reinforcing materials, and the like are made of metal or synthetic resin.

The perspective view of an example of the branch fence of this invention 1 is a perspective view of the branching fence shown in FIG. The perspective view of an example of the apparatus for fruit tree shrub cultivation of this invention

Explanation of symbols

1 cylinder, 2 hinges, 3 pins, 4 protrusions, 5 branching support posts, 6 branching shelves, 7 beams, 8 support posts, 9 reinforcements, 10 pulleys, 11 grooves, 12 pulleys, 13 support posts, 14 connectors, 15 cylinders, 16 wires

Claims (5)

  Around the side of the cylinder that can be divided in the vertical direction, branching struts that extend in the horizontal direction and then bend upward are fixed radially, and ring-shaped branching shelves are attached to the branching struts in multiple stages. A pruning fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation.   The branch fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation of Claim 1 which attached the ring-shaped branch branch shelf so that a movement up and down was possible.   The branching fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a beam for attaching a solar reflective curtain is attached to the cylinder in a radial manner so that the outside becomes higher. .   The branch fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation according to claim 3, wherein the beam is supported by vertical pillars, and a pulley is provided at a lower end portion of each pillar so that the pillars can be moved to open and close the interval between the pillars. Each pillar supporting the beam of the branch fence for fruit tree shrub cultivation according to claim 4 is composed of a pillar for attaching a birdproof / insect net and / or a rainproof covering material so as to cover the branch fence. Characteristic equipment for fruit tree shrub cultivation.

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