Advanced Principles of Vinegrowing – Spring Operations

Course overview

Elevate your vineyard management skills with our Advanced Principles of
Vinegrowing – Spring Operations course.

Over three days, explore and learn about crucial spring tasks such as tying
down, wire work, bud rubbing and shoot selection, vineyard floor management and
pest and disease management to prepare for managing vines during their critical
growth period. Frost mitigation and monitoring will also be covered. Ideal for
vineyard managers, vineyard workers, winemakers, and viticulture enthusiasts
seeking to advance their spring vineyard care knowledge and practical
skills.

Spring marks the start of the growing season and is a pivotal period for
vineyard care. Learn about essential spring operations, including tying down,
wire dropping, bud rubbing, crown clearing, vineyard floor management, spring
cover crops, pest and disease management, petiole and sap analysis, monitoring
for spring frost. Whether you’re refining strategies or seeking advanced
knowledge, this course equips you with the skills to optimise vine health and
crop yield.

Why Attend?

• Enhance understanding of vine health


• Learn from industry experts


• Hands-on practical training


• Comprehensive spring operations coverage

Modules

• Day 1: Tying down, wire management, bud rubbing/crown clearing/ shoot selection, vine replants, frost mitigation, monitoring and what to do if you are frosted
• Day 2: Vineyard floor management & pests and diseases management
• Day 3: Practical Session – Demonstrations of bud rubbing, crown clearing and shoot selection. Sampling techniques for petiole analysis. Vineyard visit, to look at cover crops and vineyard floor management

How will I be assessed?

At the end of the course, participants will take part in a short test to assess their knowledge of the course content. Upon successful completion, attendees will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Spring Vineyard Management, showcasing their mastery of critical spring vineyard tasks.