Summary: The objectives of this project were: 1. Determine the effectiveness of cyclanilide for induction of lateral branch development in young, vigorous pear trees under orchard conditions. 2. Determine whether the effects of cyclanilide are enhanced by applying the material in combination with other bioregulator products that affect apical dominance, such as proprietary cytokinin/gibberellin mixtures. 3. Establish a trial to determine whether chemically induced branching in pear trees results in improved orchard production.
