Hazards, Pests, Diseases

Question 1

What are the hazards in Champagne?

Answer 1

-frosts= winter (vines)
=summer (buds)
-rain= flowering and fruitset
-storms and hail= grapes and vines
-hot and humid in summer (especially after heavy rainfall- spread of botrytis)

Question 2

What are the pests in Champagne?

Answer 2

-dagger nematode= spreads fanleaf virus

Question 3

What are the diseases in Champagne?

Answer 3

-Downy and powdery mildew

Question 4

How has the use of pesticides been reduced in Champagne?

Answer 4

-sexual confusion techniques

Question 5

What methods of soil protection are used for sustainable viticulture in Champagne?

Answer 5

-management of ground water on slopes
-increased use of cover crops= enhance biodiversity

Question 6

How is sustainable viticultre practised in the winery?

Answer 6

-water management schemes
-recycling of waste and by products
-2010- Comite Champagne= lighter weight champ bottles for NV