1. 1. Local tools. Always sharp.
2. 2. Razor sharp!
3. 3. Pruning side branches. Pruning of lower side branches recommended when ~ 1cm in diameter.
4. 4. Step 4. Remove emerging new stems and prune side branches from time to time.
5. 5. Cut upwards where possible.
6. 6. Do not over prune!.
7. 7. Over-pruned tree damaged by livestock.
8. 8. Light pruning = reduced risk of livestock damage.
9. 9. Mark trees with ribbon or paint. Caution risk of strangling!
10. 10. Tie ribbon loosly on side branch.
11. 11. Fixed point photograph Marker (post, rocks) GPS reading 1984 1988 Base line Base line Base line Base line