PLT 4030 - Viticulture (2)

An examination of the cultural practices of worldwide, national and California grape growing systems in relation to wine and table grapes. Areas of discussion will include the climatic and cultural requirements, growth and fruiting habits, and varietal characteristics of fruit bearing plants. The production and maintenance of vineyard crops will include applicable cultural practices, site selection, variety selection, irrigation, pest management, harvesting and processing.

Prerequisite(s): PLT 131 or PLT 1120; and PLT 131L or PLT 1120L.
Corequisite(s): PLT 4030L.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once