To protect fruits from external elements like strong sunlight, wind , insects, birds, dust , etc. paper sacks or newspaper can also be used. Fruits look really nice and get better price. Good idea to use stockings since it stretches as fruit grow bigger.

my father is also a Farmer, he do that as well ...

@Jitra Anuras Ahh, thanks, it was really curious.

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I'm curious if this implies that they are organically grown? That's pride in your product right there!

Ummm ..Formal night out?? ;-)p

@Kitt Pixx - Quick wit, I like it! Lol

@Kitt Pixx ha! I'm sure she was on a nice date

@Tiffany Allington ;-) aww thanks.. Much preferred to Dim wit

@Michael Schuier .. We need details!

Is that Apple Betty?

@Jitra Anuras OHHHHH. That makes so much sense! I thought it was to keep them warm. :)

Early Halloween costume disguise? Fear of being poked by a wooden sticked, dopped in hot caramel, and consumed by a kiddie?

Prevent stealing .