Abstract
ABSTRACT A cut-off saw mechanism for selective harvest of broccoli has been developed and tested. The mechanism consisted of an hydraulic motor and saw blade mounted on an hydraulically actuated swing arm. This combination was attached to the side of a tractor via a vertical prismatic joint to enable adjustment of cutting height. Preliminary tests during the 1989 growing season indicated that rates of up to 40 heads/min were possible for continuous harvesting. A rate of 23 heads/min was possible when harvesting every other plant. Plants were selected for harvest from the operator's seat with 80% accuracy. There was little visible damage to harvested heads, or immature plants remaining in the field.
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