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Mechanized Pre-Pruning – The Key to Efficient and Sustainable Vineyard and Orchard Management

Mechanized pre-pruning is becoming an essential part of modern viticulture and orchard farming. It is the first and most important step towards precise winter pruning, healthy plant structure and high productivity.

Using dedicated pre-pruning machines can significantly optimize working time, reduce labour costs and improve the preparation of plants for the next growing season. The result is more uniform growth, better shoot structure and increased productivity.

ORIZZONTI CONTOUR & PRE-PRUNING MACHINES – PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY VINEYARD

The Italian manufacturer Orizzonti offers one of Europe's most comprehensive ranges of machines for contour pruning and pre-pruning.

Designed for different vineyard training systems – from spur-pruned cordon and free cordon to GDC systems – the PFD, PMD VARIO and CPF60 series provide high efficiency, reliability and excellent results from the first pass.

TECHNOLOGY DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL FARMERS

Orizzonti machines are available with either rotating cutting discs or single-blade cutting bars, allowing farmers to choose the configuration best suited to the specific requirements of their vineyards.

The PFD and PMD VARIO models feature a single main frame with interchangeable working heads. This provides a practical solution for farmers looking for maximum versatility and the ability to perform multiple seasonal operations with the same machine.

The CPF60 is equipped with a motorized cutting bar specifically optimized for pre-pruning, making it ideal for preparing vineyards before winter pruning.

PFCL – THE NEW GENERATION OF CONTOUR PRUNING MACHINES

The latest addition to the Orizzonti range, the PFCL, is a high-performance machine designed for winter pruning of vineyards with a free cordon training system.

It features three disc cutting bars with a diameter of Ø 41 cm – two vertical units and one horizontal unit for topping. This configuration delivers excellent results from the first pass.

The PFCL is designed for fast, clean and uniform pruning, even in denser and more developed vineyards.

INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR VINEYARD WITH ORIZZONTI TECHNOLOGY

Choosing the right machine for contour pruning or pre-pruning is an investment in the future productivity of your vineyard or orchard.

With Orizzonti solutions, farmers benefit from reliability, speed, precision and high-quality performance across a wide range of working conditions.

Discover the complete range of Orizzonti contour and pre-pruning machines available from SD Draganovi.