Pruning jobs
Pruning decides next year’s crop. It is done in winter, while trees and vines are dormant, and growers look for experienced pruners.
Season
December – March
December to March. Olive trees are pruned after the harvest; vines and fruit trees at the end of winter.
What the work involves
- Pruning olive trees with shears and a chainsaw
- Pruning vines
- Pruning fruit trees
- Clearing and shredding the branches
Where the work is
- Crete
- Peloponnese
- Macedonia
- Thessaly
- Anywhere with olive groves, vineyards and orchards
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When are olive trees pruned?
Usually straight after the harvest, from December to March, before new growth starts.
Do I need experience for pruning work?
Yes, growers usually want experienced pruners, because a wrong cut affects the crop. Your Ubumi history shows what you have already done.
How do I find a good pruner?
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