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Wynboer Tips for June
PLANNING
- Plan the necessary actions with regard to general maintenance of irrigation systems, farm implements, trellis systems, etc.
- Draw up weed control programme for the forthcoming season.
IN THE VINEYARD
Pest control
- Snail control must take place every 2 - 3 weeks - especially after showers.
- Mark vines infested with mealybug for control.
Pruning
- Start pruning according to pruning plan.
- The pruning system must be adapted depending on cultivar, location and wine goal.
- Keep renewal in mind and treat large pruning wounds.
- Postpone pruning in frost sensitive areas for as long as possible.
Vine development
- Vine development must be done by the most experienced pruners.
- Judge young vines according to vigour and plan a handling strategy for them in consultation with your viticulturist.
Irrigation
- Irrigate heavily with good quality water to leach out brackish salts where necessary.
Cover crops
- If required, cover crop must be irrigated and/or receive top dressing.
General
- Contact your nursery to make arrangements for collection of vines.
- Irrigation and trellis system must be installed before planting.
- Remove scion roots around trunks.
Maintenance
- Replace broken poles, wires and anchors.
- Tighten loose foliage wires.
- Repair crooked anchor poles.
FINANCIAL
Contact your agricultural economist for information about:
- Viability and economic studies.
- Presentations on the economics of wine grape cultivation, industry overview, etc.
- Budgets and financial planning in the light of production cost, establishment cost and other industry parameters.
- Participation in the production plan/study groups.
Compiled by: VinPro Consultation Service
For more information contact Annamarie van Onselen at (021) 807-3027.
Value begins in the vineyard...
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