what is the best way (organically) to keep squirrels from getting the fruit?

I have an apple and pear tree next to a fence. I never get any fruit because the squirrels beat me to it. I have tried fruit containers and bags but they knock them off the tree then eat through the packaging.

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 07/28/2020 @ 10:20 pm

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https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/squirrel-proof-fruit-trees.htm ^[2]

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