Principles of Vinegrowing
Extensive
Do you want to expand your understanding of vinegrowing?
The aims of this course is to provide a good level of knowledge and understanding of vinegrowing (viticulture) to those who wish to start growing grapes, work in a vineyard, enter the trade, or who have a strong interest in the world of wine.
During the course, vinegrowing theory is introduced in the morning classroom sessions, then put into practice during the afternoon sessions in the vineyard.
The seven day course follows the vinegrowing calendar and allows a good understanding of vineyard activity over and eight month period. Please note: the course focuses on cool climate grape growing.
Course Content
- Evaluating and improving vineyard sites
- Selecting vine varietals and winter pruning
- Vine propagation and nutrition
- Planting and trellising vines
- Weed control and sustainable viticulture
- Vineyard pest and disease management
- Summer in the vineyard
The programme ends with a 30-minute multiple-choice exam.
The mornings are class-based theory sessions and the afternoons are practical sessions in the vineyard. Both are delivered at Rock Lodge vineyards, which are situated near Scaynes Hill, eight miles north of Plumpton College.
This course is suitable for anyone who has an interest in vinegrowing.
Course details
Dates & Location | Wednesday 6th November 2024 - Wednesday 4th June 2025 (Wednesdays) Wednesday 20th November 2024 - Wednesday 18th June 2025 (Wednesdays) 9.15 - 16:00 Rock Lodge Vineyard is located near Scaynes Hill, eight miles north of Plumpton College. |
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Duration | 7 days over an 8 month period
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Costs | £995.00 |
Entry Requirements
No entry requirements, but would need an interest in the subject area.
Equipment needed
The session includes practical activity, so requires students to bring:
• Good sturdy footwear such as Wellington boots
• Working clothes or overalls
• Wet weather gear
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