VINEYARD MANAGEMENT
AGR1VM
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject focuses on key aspects of the annual cycle of vineyard operations. You will explore physiological and environmental aspects relevant to yield and quality of grapes and wine. Vine physiology, nutrition and health will be considered along with the impact of climate and weather events, soil types, light, water and crop load on the harvest. Issues in vineyard management, yield and quality will be investigated and areas explored such as: selection of planting material including varieties, clones and rootstocks; pest and disease monitoring and control; pruning, training and trellising; canopy management; irrigation; soil and vineyard floor management; monitoring and use of fertilizers; frost and wind mitigation; timing and management of harvest and pest, disease and weed control including integrated pest management and quarantine.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMarisa Collins
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admission into SBATE or requires Subject Coordinator approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions There is an optional 3 day field trip in this subject during the mid-semester break. The cost of accommodation will be borne by the students. Attendance at the field trip will have no impact on assessment.
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | A vineyard odyssey the organic fight to save wine from the ravages of nature | Recommended | Kiger, J 2013 | ROWMAN AND LITTLEFIELD, USA |
| Readings | Concepts in wine technology | Recommended | Margalit, Y 2013 | WINE APPRECIATION GUILD, USA |
| Readings | The principles of practical vineyard management : keeping it simple# | Recommended | Verhyden, M, Cole M 2005 | VINE LOCUM SERVICES, BLACKTOWN, NSW#. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and analyse the annual production management cycle of a vineyard
- Activities:
- Case study analysis with workshops will be used to explore the annual production cycle of a vineyard. Student will use the Institute's vineyard for some sessions.
02. Identify and manage the factors that have an impact on yield and quality of grapes and wine with emphasis on premium grape production
- Activities:
- Case study analysis with workshops will be used to explore the management of a vineyard. Student will use the Institute's vineyard for some sessions.
03. Evaluate the effects of environmental factors on grape and wine quality
- Activities:
- Case study analysis with workshops will be used to explore the effect of environment on grape and wine quality. Student will use the Institute's vineyard for some sessions.
04. Investigate methods of avoiding or responding to adverse weather conditions
- Activities:
- Case study analysis with workshops will be used to explore the management of adverse weather conditions on a vineyard. Student will use the Institute's vineyard for some sessions.
05. Describe and explain the Hazard assessment critical control point (HACCP) principles and their application in the modern vineyard and demonstrate an awareness of the ethical and environmental issues applicable to vineyard management
- Activities:
- Case study analysis with workshops will be used to explore quality processes of a vineyard. Student will use the Institute's vineyard for some sessions. Group discussion of ethical and environmental issues will be considered.
Subject options
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Epping, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMarisa Collins
Class requirements
WorkShop
Week:
31
-
43
One 6.0 hours workshop per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Workshop to be conducted at the Melbourne Polytechnic (Ararat) Campus"
WorkShop
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.0 hours workshop per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
"Workshop to be conducted at the Growling frog Golf course vineyard
(Yan Yean)
"
Lecture
Week:
31
-
43
Three 2.0 hours lecture per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
Week:
31
-
43
Nine 2.0 hours lecture per study period
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via blended.
"Via Zoom online"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation on management of pests and disease in vineyards (10 minutes, 500 words equivalent) | 10 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| 2 x Practical reports (2000 words equivalent total) | Topics are pruning & canopy management | 45 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
| Exam (2 hour, 2000 word equivalent) | 45 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |