Pollen Equipment for Seed Orchards

A cyclone dust collector that uses centrifugal force to separate fine solid matter from the air has successfully collected pollen in Forest Service seed orchards. Preliminary field tests have shown that it can collect pollen in the quantity needed with minimal damage to the pollen. With 4 workers, the cyclone dust collector can be used to collect up to 6 liters of pollen per hour under optimal conditions. A tractormounted air duster modified for use as a pollen applicator is being evaluated. Tree Planters' Notes 42(4):4-5; 1991.

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Author(s): Tony Jasumback

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volumes 42, Number 4 (1991)

Section: Equipment Notes

Volume: 42

Number: 4