COLLARD

Vine Leaf Removers

Leaf removal is achieved through a unique double flow of low-pressure air, generated by a booster and directed at fruit level by rotating nozzles. This system efficiently removes leaves from both the outer and inner sections of the row, allowing for selective leaf removal around the grape clusters. This innovative technology is effective from the flower head fall stage through to harvest.

Why remove leaves?

Leaf removal around grape bunches provides several key benefits:

Improved airflow in the fruit zone
Reduced risk of acid rot and botrytis
Enhanced effectiveness of spray treatments
Early leaf removal enables the grapes to benefit from early exposure to sunlight enriching it with anthocyanins and phenolic compounds
Tougher skin which is more effective in preventing grey and acid rot and more resistant to scorching
Removal of dead flower heads and vine worm moths

Wide vines

The COLLARD Leaf remover is available in various configurations to suit the needs of the vineyard from a single row or two half rows, up to two full rows or more. The Leaf remover heads are front mounted on the tractor with the Booster to create the flow of air is rear mounted, or the entire machine can be towed behind the tractor at the rear.

Designed for durability and ease of use, the COLLARD Leaf Remover provides drivers with precise airflow control, allowing efficient leaf removal directly around grape clusters during fruit set. A reversible head option is also available for added flexibility. COLLARD machines have incredible reliability and with very simple maintenance will provide years of highly productive service to your vineyard.

COLLARD customize each machine to fit the specific requirements of your vineyard, including cutting height, width, row spacing, post height, and tractor type.

At Vitimech, we believe that the COLLARD Vineyard leaf remover is the best machine available in its category, please contact us with any questions or to arrange a demonstration.