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Pruning
and Training
Winter pruning
is the first stage in the grapevine’s annual production cycle. At this point
the grape-grower determines the bud number per vine that will produce the
yield and quality targets at harvest in the following autumn. Choice of
training system and pruning density has direct impact on bunch numbers,
disease incidence, vine vigour and on harvest brix and tonnage. The Viticulture Practice is able to work with the
grower in achieving his or her target. Bud counts and pruning weight data are
useful indicators of vine vigour and our technicians are available to do
these measurements if required.
The skilled
pruners at The Viticulture Practice
are able to prune to the growers precise specifications laying down
guaranteed bud numbers per vine or per metre row. Their experience and
knowledge of vine physiology means that fruitfull canes are selected for
laying down leading to balanced vines and the minimum of vine-to-vine
variation.
The Viticulture Practice
crew are familiar with all of the training systems in common use and have
experience with all the major grapevine varieties and are aware of each
cultivar’s special requirements. Training system conversions and remedial
pruning are also specialities.
Franzi
measuring pruning weights at Tua Marina Vineyard,
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