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Water management for grapevines — Research to Practice®

Course details

Name:	Water management for grape production - Research to Practice®
Description:	A workshop to assist growers develop efficient and productive irrigation practices for their vineyard
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy, $240 GST-free.
Course aims:	To encourage efficient irrigation scheduling practices which are responsive to plant demand and meet product specifications.
Learning outcomes:	Assess soil features Monitor crop for irrigation needs Monitor water supply and availability Develop efficient irrigation scheduling Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of irrigation system
Length:	Two days
Course program/structure:	Day 1 Introduction The grapevine Soil requirements to grown grapes Product targets Soil management in establishing vineyards Soil pit demonstrations Day 2 Case studies on soil Irrigation Soil moisture monitoring equipment Irrigation to meet product specifications Partial rootzone drying Irrigation case study Action plans
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants receive a course manual. This course is delivered using indoor and outdoor instruction.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the national unit of competency, RTF4609A - Implement, monitor and adjust irrigation schedules. This course was developed by the Grape and Wine Research Development Corporation.

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Contact

MRSC Short Course enquiry officer
Ph: 1800 628 422
or 02 6951 2775
Fax: 02 6951 2620
mrsc@dpi.nsw.gov.au

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