{"product_id":"rootstocks-bernardo-musumeci-9798276953540","title":"Rootstocks","description":"The importance of rootstock in modern viticulture: a pillar of quality grape production.\u003cbr\u003eBrief history of the use of rootstocks in global viticulture. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFundamentals of Grafting in Viticulture: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat is grafting? Definition and objectives.\u003cbr\u003ePhylloxera and the need for resistant rootstocks.\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages of using rootstocks: resistance to pests and diseases, adaptation to different soils and climates, vigor control.\u003cbr\u003eGraft incompatibility: causes and consequences.\u003cbr\u003eGrafting techniques: table, field, grafting, bubbling. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eClassification and Characteristics of Graft Holders: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHybrid rootstocks of Vitis spp.: main species used and their characteristics.\u003cbr\u003eRootstocks of Wine vine natives: use and adaptations.\u003cbr\u003eClassification of rootstocks: vigor, phylloxera resistance, nematode resistance, drought tolerance, salinity tolerance, adaptation to calcareous soils.\u003cbr\u003eDetailed description of the most used rootstocks in world viticulture: 1103 Paulsen, 110 Richter, SO4, 41B, Fercal, among others. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSelection of the Suitable Graft Holder: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFactors to consider when choosing the rootstock: type of soil, climate, scion variety, training system, desired vigor, risks of pests and diseases.\u003cbr\u003eSoil analysis: the importance of pH, texture, organic matter and salinity.\u003cbr\u003eClimate: the adaptation of the rootstock to the temperature and rainfall conditions of the region.\u003cbr\u003eScion variety: compatibility with the rootstock and influence on plant development.\u003cbr\u003eTraining system: the choice of rootstock depending on the spacing and height of the plants.\u003cbr\u003eDesired vigor: control of the vegetative growth of the vine. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRootstock management in the vineyard: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSoil preparation for planting: acidity correction, fertilization and weed control.\u003cbr\u003ePlanting of grafted seedlings: spacing, depth and orientation.\u003cbr\u003eCare in the first year: irrigation, sprout control and protection against frost.\u003cbr\u003eRootstock training: formation of the trunk and arms of the plant.\u003cbr\u003eProduction pruning: the influence of the rootstock on bud load and grape quality.\u003cbr\u003eSoil management: the importance of vegetation cover and green manure. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eChallenges and Future Perspectives: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAdaptation of rootstocks to climate change: selection of genetic materials that are more tolerant to drought and heat.\u003cbr\u003eResistance to new pests and diseases: the development of rootstocks with greater resistance to nematodes and other pathogens.\u003cbr\u003eSustainability in rootstock production: the use of more ecological agricultural practices and the reduction of environmental impact.\u003cbr\u003eResearch and development of new rootstocks: the search for genetic materials with specific characteristics for different terroirs and grape varieties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Bernardo Musumeci\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798276953540\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 70\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.23lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.15d","brand":"Bernardo Musumeci","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48242058428671,"sku":"9798276953540","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9830aa09-ce2a-467f-bb26-3c9ccf9b63af.jpg?v=1772657285","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/rootstocks-bernardo-musumeci-9798276953540","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}