As late August approaches, apples—especially early-maturing varieties—enter their harvest season, while mid- and late-maturing varieties also begin to color and prepare for picking. To ensure a successful outcome during this critical period, the following management tasks should be carefully planned and executed: 1) Due to increased rainfall in the previous weeks, weeds have grown rapidly, leading to excessive ground cover in orchards. This overgrowth hinders air circulation, increases the risk of bacterial infections, and interferes with the proper placement of reflective mulch. It is strongly advised to clear the ground of invasive weeds before removing the fruit bags to maintain optimal conditions for the trees. 2) The combination of high temperatures and humidity, following prolonged drought, has led to an increase in early leaf drop. Some orchards are experiencing rapid defoliation, which can negatively impact fruit quality and future growth. There are two main types of issues: one involves pre-treatment applications that caused some leaf loss, and the second involves improper pesticide use that led to premature leaf fall. For the first case, it’s recommended that growers continue pruning in autumn to improve air flow and light penetration, and combine regular treatments with nutritional supplements and physiological color enhancers. For the second case, immediate pruning and spraying should be done to preserve the health of remaining leaves, ensuring proper fruit and flower bud development in the coming months. 3) After removing the fruit bags, it's essential to prune branches to open up the tree canopy, promoting better coloring. Remove any shaded or unproductive leaves to reduce the need for extensive leaf removal after bag removal. Clear all fallen branches from the ground and level the soil to ensure the reflective film is laid properly and evenly. 4) When weather, timing, and market conditions are favorable, it’s important to remove the bags quickly and uniformly. Avoid doing this gradually, as rapid and even coloring helps achieve consistent fruit quality and enhances marketability. Immediately after removing the bags, lay down the reflective film. Following the 2009 disaster, it was determined that the paper bagging method should be used strategically. Once the market is ready, remove the bags, apply the reflective film, and cover the entire process with red to enhance appearance and secure higher prices. After spraying, apply an additional mix of fungicide and calcium to prevent disease. Two to three days later, carefully remove the leaves around the fruit and rotate the less-colored fruits by at least 90 degrees. Harvest in batches once the price is right, avoiding repeated harvesting to prevent price drops. 5) After harvesting, it's crucial to re-prune the trees to delay leaf fall, encourage light exposure, and promote the accumulation of organic nutrients. Apply a high-quality fertilizer to replenish the nutrients consumed by the fruit, restore the tree’s vitality, and prepare it for next year’s harvest. In summary, this stage of orchard management reflects the overall effectiveness of the annual work. Timely and efficient sales, supported by a thorough understanding of market trends, are just as important as the care given to the trees. If high-quality fruit isn't sold effectively, it can greatly affect the motivation and success of orchard management. Therefore, staying updated on market information and maintaining strict control over every aspect of the process is key to achieving the best possible returns for the year.

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