How To Prune A Huge Old Apple Tree

Question

Hello. WE moved to the farm 3 years ago and there’s a big huge old apple tree that still produces fruit. There are so so many branches going everywhere and the tree must be about 30 feet tall, so we can’t even spray the top. How much should I cut out? I’ve been tempted to just cut it down because only God knows when the last time this tree has been pruned and it’s very, very large. I read your article but still not sure what to do with this particular tree. Thank you

Answer 1

These articles should help:

https://hortnews.extension.iastate.edu/2001/2-9-2001/prunetree.html

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apples/pruning-apple-trees.htm