Vineyard cultivation planning methodology

Objective

Aim of the intended research project (VI.PLAN) is the development of a new Planning and Decision Support Methodology associating Information technology tools (DSS, Expert System, Remote Sensing technology, GIS) with Vineyard Cultivation analysis expertise. VI.PLAN addresses the planning and production needs of the European Viticulture Farming Industry, affected by major economic turmoil because of the strong competitive pressure from overseas Wine Producers. VI. PLAN target is to implement the new managing system in at least 10 selected pilot areas. Aim of the proposes is to address 3 major needs in viticulture field: 1. The optimal collocation of a grasp variety. The optimal vineyard management. The vineyard quality improvement process

Programme(s)

FP5-LIFE QUALITY - Specific Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Quality of life and management of living resources", 1998-2002

Topic(s)

1.1.1.-5. - Key action Sustainable Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Funding Scheme

EAW - Exploratory awards

Coordinator

CANTINA SOCIALE DI COLOGNOLA AI COLLI

Address

Via Montanara 5
37030 Badia Calavena
Italy

Participants (1)

SGSMAP

Spain