Wine Growing / Viticulture Flashcards
1
Q
What is
Regulated Deficit Irrigation?
(RDI)
A
Creates water stress during certain key periods of the vine’s development by lowering the total amount of applied irrigation water.
- Developed and used in Australia
2
Q
What is
Partial Rootzone Drying?
(PRD)
A
Alternates the application of drip irrigation from one side of a vine row to the other, keeping half of the rootzone irrigated and half dry.
Reduces total water use by up to 50% and has no discernable impact on yields.
- Developed and used in Australia