Planting Technology Of Dryland Apples Using Ridging Film Mulching Machine

Apples have a mild flavor, are rich in carbohydrates, vitamins and trace elements, and have sugars and dietary fiber. They also contain malic acid, tartaric acid, and carotene. It is the one with the closest nutritional value to all fruits and vegetables. Therefore, some scientists and physicians refer to apples as "a full range of healthy fruits" or as "general practitioners." How can dryland apples be planted with a ridge film mulching machine? Take the Loess Plateau as an example, let's take a look.

Environmental brief introduction of ridging film mulching machine planting technology

Drought and little rain are one of the main factors restricting high-quality and efficient production and sustainable development of apple orchards in the rainfed areas of the Loess Plateau. The annual rainfall in this area is between 430 and 560 millimeters, and it exhibits the characteristics of uneven annual and monthly rainfall distribution. In particular, the continuous drought in winter and spring has affected the normal growth and development of apple trees to varying degrees. Its superior production potential has not been fully exploited.

Therefore, doing a good job in collecting rain and protecting orchards in winter and spring orchards in apple producing areas on the Loess Plateau is the top priority of soil moisture management throughout the year. After more than 4 years of experimental demonstration and large-scale production and application, the apple planting technology using the ridging film mulching machine can effectively collect rainfall, protect soil moisture, reduce drought, and alleviate water demand, and has achieved significant yield and quality improvement effects. This technology has high maturity, strong practicability, wide application, simple operation procedures, low use cost, easy acceptance by farmers, and convenient for popularization and application.

1. Effect of using ridging film mulching machine technology
In dryland apple orchards, the yield of fruit per acre is increased by 300 to 500 kg, and the high-quality fruit rate is increased by 15%. In orchards and early dry years with relatively little rainfall, the effect of increasing yield is even more significant. 100 yuan per mu is invested and 400 yuan is employed.

2. Application range of ridging film mulching machine
This technology is applicable to apple producing areas (Gansu, Shaanxi, Shanxi, etc.) in the Loess Plateau with annual effective rainfall of 430-560 mm. At the same time, it can also be used for water management in dry land orchards of pear, peach, grape and other fruit trees in this area.