RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF UNIT FOR CUTTING BRANCHES WITH CROPPING AND MIXING THEM WITH SOIL

Modern technologies in agriculture are actively aimed at increasing the efficiency of processing garden plantings, which provides optimal conditions for the growth and development of plants. One of the key operations in tree care is regular pruning of branches, which helps to rejuvenate the garden and increase productivity. However, traditional pruning methods are time-consuming and require significant investment of time and resources. In addition, after cutting a branch, there is a need for further processing of the cut material, which adds additional operations. In order to increase productivity and reduce labor costs, there is a need to develop universal mechanisms capable of performing several operations simultaneously. This work presents the development of an innovative unit that provides simultaneous cutting of garden branches, grinding of material and its incorporation into the soil. This approach not only simplifies the process of disposal of organic waste, but also increases soil fertility by enriching it with organic substances. Thus, the use of this unit can significantly increase the effectiveness of agrotechnical measures in horticulture. The article presents the development and research of a unit for cutting garden branches with simultaneous grinding of material and its incorporation into the soil. The structural features of the mechanism and the principle of its operation are described. The main advantages of using the unit are analyzed, including increasing the efficiency of pruning, reducing the cost of manual labor and improving the condition of the soil thanks to the use of crushed organic material as fertilizer. The unit's performance was evaluated based on experimental studies and recommendations for its use in horticulture were given. By integrating branch pruning, grinding, and soil incorporation into a single process, it minimizes the environmental impact of traditional methods. Furthermore, the unit's design prioritizes energy efficiency and ease of use, making it a practical solution for both small-scale and large-scale horticultural enterprises.