HORT 1150 - Introduction to Viticulture

This course is the introduction to general viticulture covering the fundamental principles of the biology and culture of the grapevines. This includes distribution, domestication, utilization, propagation, production systems, harvesting, and storage and processing of grapes. The class explores climate and soil preferences of Vitus vinifera, vineyard establishment, and training young vines. Cultural practice lectures will focus on canopy management disciplines, irrigation strategies, fertilization, pest and disease control, cover cropping and pruning.

Location: B
Credits: 2
Classroom Lecture Hours: 23
Lab Hours: 23