Ypsilon®: The Revolutionary Innovation for the “Orchards of Tomorrow®”
A Patented System for Creating Dual-Axis Trees!
Ypsilon®, an exclusive and patented innovation by GRADILIS, positions itself as a cutting-edge solution addressing the challenges of modern fruit production. Designed for narrow or 2D orchards, Ypsilon® promises time savings, increased profits, and prepares orchards for the future mechanisation of harvests, particularly apples.
Optimised Orchard Management
One of Ypsilon®’s primary advantages is its significant impact on time management in orchards. Using the unique Y-shaped rootstock training technique, onto which two scions are grafted, orchard management becomes more efficient. The dual-axis structure improves fruit accessibility, facilitating and speeding up manual harvesting and thinning operations.
A Pioneering Breakthrough in Dual-Axis Grafting
Developing grafted dual-axis trees was a considerable challenge. GRADILIS explored numerous methods before identifying the optimal solution. It was ultimately Thibault Vasseur, Production Director at GRADILIS, who devised a reliable system with high reproducibility, balanced axes, and a high success rate. This innovative method, previously unconsidered, marks a significant advance in fruit production.
Profit Generation through Superior Production
Trials conducted by CTIFL and the La Morinière station demonstrated that orchards using dual-axis trees enter production faster and yield higher outputs compared to traditional systems. The presence of two axes increases productivity, resulting in more abundant harvests. This higher yield directly contributes to significant profit gains over the orchard’s lifespan.
Ready for Mechanisation and Robotisation
Ypsilon® also stands out for its compatibility with emerging mechanisation and robotisation tools. Innovations such as defoliators for improving fruit colouration and Eclairvale® for mechanical thinning are designed to work optimally in narrow orchards. By integrating Ypsilon®, orchards become compatible with these technologies, easing the transition to automated production and reducing labour needs.
The Future of Orchards with Ypsilon® and Modern Rootstocks
Combining Ypsilon® with modern, resilient rootstocks and GRADILIS’s new varietal creations represents the future of orchards. This combination not only maximises yields and profits but also prepares orchards for the next agricultural revolution: automated harvesting. By adopting solutions like Ypsilon® today, growers position themselves to capitalise on future technological advancements.
A Complete Transformation of Orchard Management
Ypsilon® is much more than just an innovation; it’s a comprehensive transformation of how orchards are designed and managed. By offering time savings, increased productivity, and preparation for future mechanisation, Ypsilon® represents a strategic investment for any fruit producer looking to face tomorrow’s challenges.
With Ypsilon® and GRADILIS’s solutions, orchards become not only more profitable but also ready for a new era of automated and efficient agriculture.