UV-C Treatment: Viticulture game changer
A system that combines UV-C light for disinfection could provide chemical free treatment of plant pathogens and diseases such as powdery mildew and botrytis on berry, vine and tree crops.
Emerging innovations in the wine industry will be on show at the WinePro international trade event to be held in Blenheim from 25 to 27 June 2024.
In this month’s Point of View Tracy Atkin talks of the incredible rate of change in the wine industry, with a huge increase in technology solutions available.
“Many of these new technologies will be on display in the startup zone at WinePro in Blenheim this June, showcasing the latest emerging innovation in the wine industry”, she says.
WinePro, with its tagline Vine to Wine, will include workshops, masterclasses, and panel discussions on a wide range of topics, covering everything from viticulture and winemaking techniques to marketing and distribution strategies.
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