Practice · 6 articles

Cultivation technology

Crop cultivation technology is a complex of scientifically based techniques aimed at increasing plant productivity and optimizing production processes. For an agronomist and a practicing gardener, a deep understanding of agrotechnologies is the basis for rational plot management: from choosing suitable cultivars and bush formation methods to pest and disease control. Mastering this knowledge makes it possible to minimize risks associated with adverse natural factors and ensure a stable harvest in specific climatic conditions.

This collection combines materials on key aspects of plant growing, with a focus on viticulture and grain crops. Readers will find information here on pruning and rejuvenation methods for vineyards, principles of cultivar testing, and protection of spring barley from net blotch. In addition, the articles present a broad analytical overview: from the fundamental natural foundations of the industry to the historical stages of viticulture development, the specifics of industrial grape cultivation in various regions, and the modern experience of France. These materials serve as a theoretical and practical basis for improving professional skills in agriculture.

Viticulture For agronomists

Grapevine pruning for canopy formation and plantation rejuvenation

Annual pruning is a key agrotechnical practice that allows for the management of grapevine development, the regulation of harvest load, and the maintenance of vine productivity for decades. The article reveals the biological basis of vine formation and the objectives of pruning at different stages of the plant's life.

Plant protection For agronomists

Distribution and harmfulness of net blotch in spring barley

Net blotch, caused by the pathogen Pyrenophora teres, is a major threat to spring barley crops. The article examines the biological features of the disease, its harmfulness, and the symptoms of two main types of infection

Viticulture For agronomists

The state and characteristics of modern viticulture in France

The article describes the current state of the French viticulture industry, including the distribution of plantings by climatic zones and the specifics of growing cultivars for winemaking. The reader will learn about the features of the technologies used, the structure of the cultivar composition, and the key wine-producing regions of the country.

Viticulture For agronomists

Development and formation of viticulture during the Soviet era

The article examines the development path of viticulture in the Soviet Union. The author analyzes changes in planting areas, structural transformations in farms, and the establishment of industry science in the period from 1913 to the 1950s