Drip Irrigation and Vine Management For The Small Vineyard

Drip Irrigation and Vine Management For The Small Vineyard

Vineyards have become more and more popular in recent years, but growing grapes takes time and lots of practice if you are to manage your vines properly.  There are many steps involved to turn grapes into wine, and it all starts with the irrigation system.  Your new grapes are most sensitive to diseases and failure during their first months and having irrigation that works properly and reliably will make operating your vineyard much more manageable.  This Course is on how to design an efficient irrigation system, one that pays attention to detail and looks at all of the factors necessary when designing and laying out your system. 

Questions such as "What is your Soil Texture?"  Different soils hold different amounts of water.  Moisture content will change, not just with texture but with depth.  What is your water source?  How many gallons (liters) per minute do you have available? and at what operating pressure?  The irrigation is a critical part of growing grapes and making wine.  In many climates, without proper irrigation your grapes will die or be more susceptible to diseases that can ruin your vineyard.

Beyond irrigation, knowing how to manage your vines is another critical part of having a successful vineyard and crop.  Our homeowner, who is also the vineyard manager, will be explaining her methods  in tending the vines throughout the season and up until harvest.

This Course will cover all of these topics and more, in a straight-forward, easy to understand manner accessible to anyone who wants to better manage their new or existing grapevines. 

Thanks for joining Marc and I as we as we guide you through the steps to successfully manage and care for your small vineyard!

Rob Littlepage

Marc Denzin

How to Design and Install a Reliable Irrigation System for your Small to Medium-Size Vineyard

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What you will learn

• You will learn how to determine how much water your vines need on a weekly basis
• You will learn how to determine your soil texture as an aid in managing your irrigation
• You will learn how to calculate the amount and size of the piping required to irrigate your vineyard effeciently

Rating: 4.5

Level: Beginner Level

Duration: 2 hours

Instructor: Rob Littlepage