WEEKS 9 :PRUNING

WEEKS 9

DATE :8 DECEMBER 2023

TOPIC:PRUNING

INTRODUCTION

Pruning in oil palm cultivation requires careful consideration of the tree's growth stage, local climatic conditions, and disease prevalence. When conducted with precision and timing, pruning contributes to the overall health, productivity, and sustainability of oil palm plantations. Proper training of plantation workers and adherence to recommended practices are essential for successful pruning in oil palm cultivation.

OBJECTIVES

-Can learn how to properly prune oil palm

-be able to recognise and operate pruning tools

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT



ACTIVITY

6.00 A.M -6.20A.M
-Subuh prayer's at surau

6.20 a.m -7.20 a.m

-gather at the rollcall place according to their respective batches
-do morning exercise
-take student attendance

7.20a.m-8.20a.m

-gathered at agrotech
-sang 3 songs namely National Anthem, Wawasan Setia Warga UITM and Planter's Song
-The lecture explains about the task for this week


8.20a.m -10.30a.m
-Move to plot oil palm
Start dividing tasks
-Start doing the tasks

10.30am-11.00am

-tasks have been completed
-cleaning the nursery plot is like pulling out weeds
-Every student is permitted to attend college again.

OBVERSATION


Monitoring the results of pruning takes time and careful observation. Frequent observation makes it possible to modify pruning methods as necessary and provides insight into the unique reactions of various plant species to various forms of pruning.

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