I have multiple semi dwarf fruit trees. Lots of birds and bugs. What is a good pesticide to use on all fruit trees as well keep the birds away?
These articles should help:
http://treefruit.wsu.edu/backyard-fruit-tree-spray-schedules/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/protect-fruit-tree-birds.htm
"stem". I'm questioning the references to "seedless", 1 inch fruit, harvesting by cutting to protect "stem". And I don't suggest eating the fruit unless sweetened or jammed! Are you referring to possible varieties? I make a wonderful pie....using sweetened condensed milk and Cool Whip...and crushed fruit from blender(less seeds).
Unfortunately, you don't mention the fruit, or the article, in question. I am unable to assess the situation to give you a good answer, here.
I have 8 different types semi-dwarf fruit trees from apples, pear, plum, nectarine, peach with two per types for a total of 16 trees. I would love to hear which trees should be placed for cross pollution for best results in South Boardman, Michigan for: [APPLE] (2)Gala, (2)Honeycrisp, (2)Red Spy, (2)McIntosh [PEAR] (2)Bartlett [NECTARINE] (2)Favortop [PLUM] (2)Methley [PEACH] (2)Red Haven Also what types sprays are good to use?
Your apples are the only trees that really need attention for pollination. Everything else on your list is self fertile and will bear on its own. The apples will need a little attention.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apples/apple-tree-pollination.htm
Your pear, nectarine, plum, and peach are all self-fertile.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pear/pear-tree-pollination.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/nectarines/nectarine-tree-not-fruiting.htm
As far as sprays go- If you mean insecticides, this collection of articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides
Clear of their trunks. Should I remove until manure is composted properly
Horse manure is rather safe to use, uncomposted. I think it'll be OK. Many sources say that it is too "hot" for use uncomposted, but I find this to be true with COW manure rather than HORSE manure. Personally, I'll use it fresh or composted.
There is one thing to note, though. Weeds can be an issue. However, with the mulch and cardboard on top, I think it'll be ok.
However, if you want to compost it in the future, then it'll offer faster availability of nutrients to the plants on application.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/manures/horse-manure-compost.htm
I have 2 apples, 1 peach, 1 pear, 1 cherry.
Either is fine, as long as the tree is dormant, or almost there. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/transplanting-trees.htm
We bought Lowes fruit trees plant them in ground, and leaves dry out, I water them everyday, put fruit tree growth on it, nothing working. Soil is sandy to clay , and rocks in the ground.
Your soil could use some amending, or you could build up a berm to plant your trees. Rocks in soil are difficult to remove.
Also, it is best to water deeply, but less often. It shouldn't be necessary to water everyday unless the temperature is extremely hot. And fruit trees need a full sun location to bloom and fruit. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/building-a-berm-how-do-i-make-a-berm.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/improving-garden-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/fruit-tree-pruning.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/growing-backyard-fruit-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/10-best-fruit-trees.htm
I've 6 fruit trees that did not produce 3 apricots, 2 plums and one apple...they all were pruned in early spring and blossomed but no fruit. They all have many little branches on the inside of the main branches. Should these be removed to allow for air circulation or be left and pruned in the winter/early spring...or should they be left this year and hopefully produce fruit next season?
You can prune out those small branches. There could be too much shade on the inside of the tree. Leave any major pruning for when the tree is dormant. It could be a pollination problem, pests, or the environment.
These articles may help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apples/no-fruit-on-apple-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-trees-not-fruiting.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-not-fruiting.htm