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["Naomi" <dragon-star@cableone.net>]

I used Baggies brand  because it has the nice twist ties.  Some got too big
for the sandwich size and busted the bags. So this year I bought a box of
gallon size.  Okay dream on. 
Naomi

-----Original Message-----
From: nafex-bounces@lists.ibiblio.org
[mailto:nafex-bounces@lists.ibiblio.org] On Behalf Of Biz Storms
Sent: Tuesday, June 07, 2005 8:50 AM
To: North American Fruit Explorers
Subject: Re: [NAFEX] Bagging Apples Experiment - Questions




> Speaking of keepers...
> I bagged some Mutsu apples on the tree a year ago when they where only 
> 1 inch diameter.  I used simple plastic sandwich bags to prevent worm 
> holes from codling moth and apple fly maggot.  I left the apples in 
> the bags when I picked them last October, and stored them in my frig.  
> I just ate the last of these on June 2.  It was still crisp, juicy and 
> sweet.

I am about to purchase bags to try a bagging experiment. Bag some, spray
Surround on some, and leave a few alone. I have questions for Mark, and
anyone else who has tried this technique. Did you use regular weight
sandwich bags or a heavier weight?; if the bag started to accumulate rain
water, did you pierce small holes on the bottom for drainage or leave the
water inside?; did any little critters get inside?; what was the width of
the opening for the stem - 1/2", 3/4"?; at what point did you remove the
bags so the apples would gain some colour? ( Mark - did you remove any bags
or leave 100% intact ); any other weird or neat things happen?

I did read over the previous listings, plus any articles I could find, but
sometimes first hand info gives different information - especially things to
avoid.
Is anyone else going to try bagging this year, and want to share
information? Thanks.

Cheers, Bizmark,
Zone 5, Creemore, Ontario

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