Precision Viticulture

Question 1

What is precision viticulture?

Answer 1

Data collected from vy (soil, topography, vigour, plant growth) to respond to changes plot to plot, row to row.

Question 2

How does precision viticulture work?

Answer 2

Sensors on aircraft/tractors/harvesters collect data.
Geospatial technology- visual maps.
Variable rate technology= gg can respond to signif differences in plot/row.

Question 3

What is the aim of precision viticuture?

Answer 3

All key interventions (pruning, irrigation, treatments, harvesting) carried out precisely to priduce best quality, high yields, reducing environmental impact and cost.

Question 4

What are the advantages of precision viticulture?

Answer 4

-Detailed understanding of variations in vy that can affect yield and quantity.
-Tailor wide range of interventions to individual blocks/rows.

Question 5

What are the disadvantages of precision viticulture?

Answer 5

Initial cost
Cost of equipment and trained staff.