Effective weed management in young vine plantations is essential to prevent competition for water and nutrients. Young vines are particularly vulnerable to such competition, making weed control crucial for their growth and root system development. The reduction of authorised chemical herbicides has led to the exploration of alternative methods such as mechanical weeding, mulching, biocontrol, and grazing. These alternatives must balance efficiency, ease of implementation, cost, carbon footprint, and agronomic impact.
Document no: 13_FR_PA_YOUNGVINES_BS11_EN
