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Grape Growing / Edition 1

Grape Growing / Edition 1

by Robert J. Weaver
Grape Growing / Edition 1
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ISBN-10:
0471923249
ISBN-13:
9780471923244
Pub. Date:
11/19/1976
Publisher:
Wiley
ISBN-10:
0471923249
ISBN-13:
9780471923244
Pub. Date:
11/19/1976
Publisher:
Wiley
Grape Growing / Edition 1

Grape Growing / Edition 1

by Robert J. Weaver

Overview

Everything you ever wanted to know about growing grapes

The growing of grapes has a long and rich history. Whether grown to produce wine, table grapes, or raisins, this tiny fruit has been a staple since nearly the dawn of civilization. This comprehensive guide includes everything you need to grow grapes, from a history and classification of grapes to cement your knowledge to specific items of interest like vine improvement, site selection, mineral nutrition, watering, vine management, and hazards to avoid.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780471923244
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 11/19/1976
Pages: 384
Product dimensions: 6.24(w) x 9.19(h) x 0.91(d)

About the Author

Robert J. Weaver is the author of Grape Growing, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

NATURE OF THE VINE.

History and Classification of Grapes.

Vine Structure.

Growth of the Vine.

Vine Improvement.

STRATEGY FOR GRAPE PRODUCTION.

Site Selection and Weather Modification.

Varieties.

Propagation.

Soils.

Water.

Mineral Nutrition.

VINE MANAGEMENT.

Pruning.

Spacing and Training.

Techniques to Improve Grape Quality.

Harvest and Post Harvest Operations.

CROP HAZARDS.

Viral, Fungal, and Bacterial Diseases.

Insects.

Other Vineyard Pests.

Weed Control and Air Pollution.

GRAPE GROWING AND WINEMAKING AT HOME.

Grapes for the Home Vineyard.

Wines from Grapes.
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