Participation in the X International Symposium on Grapevine Physiology and Biotechnology. Verona, Italy – June 13-18, 2016

Abstract

The principal aim of this travel was to attend the 10thGPB and present a poster entitled “Does vine age influence vine performance and grape quality?” in the poster session Topic 2: Yield, berry ripening, grape and wine quality. Further to the above aim while travelling to Europe the opportunity was taken to broaden my knowledge and understanding of viticulture practices and production systems in different environments via a self-funded brief study tour including: Technical visits in Italy in the Langhe region of Piemonte, specifically in and around the world famous areas of Barolo and Barbaresco. Meeting with scientists, researchers and wine producers. Technical visits to the Emporda region in North East Spain to observe vineyard practices and production in a hot dry climate, especially to observe ‘old’ vines over 100 years in age.

Summary

The Australian Grape and Wine Authority travel bursary was used to fund participation and attendance at the 10th International Symposium on Grapevine Physiology and Biotechnology (10thGPB) in Verona, Italy. Personal funds were used to finance further travel and educational visits during and after this conference in both Italy and Spain.