Bananas are always harvested by hand using a two-person team. One person cuts and the other carries the bunch away. When cutting the bunch, a shallow cross cut is made with a cane knife in the stem facing the bunch. A saw is commonly used to cut the bunch from the stem. 27 июл. 2020 г.
How do you process bananas after harvesting?
After harvest, dehandling should be carried out with a sharp, clean Banana knife, making a smooth cut as close as possible to the stem. After dehandling, the fruits are placed with the crown facing downwards onto a layer of leaves to allow for latex drainage.
How do you harvest bananas from a tree?
How to Harvest Bananas. Bananas are typically ready to be harvested late spring or early summer. The best time to pick your bananas are when the fruit is still green. After your banana harvest, cut your tree back to about 30 inches and let the stem dry out for two weeks before removing it.
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