Difference veneer grafting and contact grafting

Difference veneer grafting and contact grafting

Veneer Grafting	Contact Grafting
1. Veneer grafting is the grafting detached scion, where scion is inserted into rootstock in such a way that the two will unite and continue their growth as a single plant.	1. Contact grafting is defined as a method of propagation in which the scions units with the stock while still attached with parent.
2. A shallow downward cut of about 3-7 cm long is given on the stock.	2. A long cut, measuring 4-5 cm and not deeper than 1/3 of the stem is given on the stock.
3. Veneer grafting is generally performed during the period from late summer to rainy season.	3. Contact grafting is generally done during the period from late summer to rainy season.
4. Veneer grafting is commercially practiced in mango propagation.	4. Contact grafting is generally practiced in mango and sapota propagation.