VIEN 3610 - Vineyard Management I

Fall. 2 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite: VIEN 1104, VIEN 2204 (or concurrent enrollment), one semester of introductory biology, and one semester of introductory chemistry. Co-meets with VIEN 5610.

R. D’Aversa.

This course is designed to develop the relevant skills required for pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest management in a winegrape vineyard. Focused on hands-on, active learning, students will spend significant time in the Cornell University vineyards.

Outcome 1: Examine the implementation and outcomes of different harvest strategies.

Outcome 2: Describe the complex process of determining harvest timing.

Outcome 3: Apply basic chemistry and biology principles to viticultural & enological techniques used around harvest.

Outcome 4: Record and use harvest statistics.

Outcome 5: Examine the effects and control strategies of key pests and diseases.

Outcome 6: Assess the status of a vineyard going into dormancy.

Outcome 7: Understand basic tractor operation and maintenance.