Topic · 59 articles

Viticulture

The vineyard from planting to harvest: site and variety selection, trellising and training systems, winter and summer pruning, crop load management, protection against diseases and frost, and the specific needs of table versus wine grape varieties.

23 min read 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.

4 min read For agronomists

Biological principles and rejuvenation methods for aging grapevines

Over time, changes occur in the vascular tissues of grapevines that reduce the yield of the plants. The article discusses partial and full rejuvenation methods that allow for the restoration of the connection between the root system and the aerial part of the plant

17 min read For agronomists

Organization of phytotechnics and rules for tying grapevine bushes

The article examines phytotechnical methods and the basic rules for tying trunks, cordons, and fruit-bearing shoots of grapes. You will learn how proper vine distribution helps optimize the canopy microclimate, effectively utilize solar radiation, and increase yield.