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Standard |
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EHO 167 – Vineyard Technology |
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Course Description |
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Emphasis will be placed on the development of healthy vines which will bear high-quality fruit at reasonable cost. Topics include: site selection and preparation; varietal, clonal, and rootstock selection and planting; appropriate trellis systems; and vine training during the first year of growth. Upon completion, students should be able to make independent decisions with regard to the establishment of a new vineyard. |
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Competency Areas |
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Site Selection and Preparation |
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3 |
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Varietal, Clonal, and Rootstock Selection and Planting |
D. Lab |
2 |
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Appropriate Trellis Systems |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
3 |
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Vine Training During the First Year of Growth |
Credit |
5 |
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Prerequisite: |
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Corequisite: |
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Course
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Competency |
After
completing this section, the student will be able to: |
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Site
Selection and Preparation |
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7 |
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Site Selection |
Determine the best available site for vineyard establishment. |
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Preparation |
Prepare the site for planting and production. |
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Varieties |
Determine the appropriate varieties for production conditions and
goals. |
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Clones |
Select the best clonal material for production. |
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Rootstock |
Select the best rootstock for production conditions and clonal
compatibility. |
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Planting |
Plant rootstock and clonal varieties. |
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Appropriate
Trellis Systems |
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Select the appropriate trellis for given production methods and
varieties. |
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Construct appropriate trellis system in the vineyard. |
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Vine Training
During the First Year of Growth |
8 |
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9 |
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Train newly established vines. |
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Suggested
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CourseSG.081105.Dot
Posted: 12/04/05