2 ms·Most likely they don't kill the trees. Farmers prune the trees every year as wellby seydor 3y agoMost likely they don't kill the trees. Farmers prune the trees every year as wellggm 3y agoNot during fruit bearing time, and I suspect with more of an eye to future yield.seydor 3y agoactually some pruning is necessary to harvest very unruly/tall branches. Besides, pruning takes place right after harvest.