The screw requires constant care and attention to give life to a grape is healthy and balanced, that expresses the best in taste and aroma, the first in the cellar, and then a glass of very good wine. Year after year in the calendar of the wine you do the same processing steps, between ancient traditions and modern methods. The most intense period of the cycle of the vineyard goes from march to October, while the months from November to February are slower to encourage the rest of the plants in view of the next production.

The shielding of the vineyard it is generally carried out in the months of may and June. The timing may vary depending on the latitude and on the type of grape: in this article, we delve into the shielding of the vineyard and its the most important steps in taking account of the processing are usually carried out in our country.

What is the shielding of the vineyard,

The shielding of the vineyard includes a series of machining operations that involve both the soil, to avoid the proliferation of herbaceous plants, both in the vineyard, which is protected from diseases and pests, and pruned. The most important operations of the shield − effects, scacchiatura, sfemminellatura and stripping − fall in the so-called “green pruning”.

Depending on the size of the vineyard and the shapes of vines, pruning can be done mechanically or manually; in both cases, the inter-row and then be cleaned: the ideal machine for crushing the branches cut is the flail mower and professional, ideal for the work in the vineyard and to eliminate the vegetation in the most difficult situations.

Let’s see in detail some of the most important phases of the shielding of the vineyard.

The effects

Include theremoval of the shoots, the shoots that come out from the collar, andbasal shoots the shoots that develop along the stem. The suckers can be removed chemically, mechanically, or through specific equipment. If you are not very numerous, the effects can also be done manually. With regard to the basal shoots, it is important to remove all those that develop along the shaft, taking care, however, to leave 1 or 2 seats 15-20 cm below the first wire.

The scacchiatura

Provides for theremoval of the double buds, also called the gems of controcchio, and shoots sterile that does not bear fruit; the latter should be deleted only if they create a pile in the vegetation from the moment that synthesize carbohydrates, which are then translocated to the shoots with clusters. The elimination of the sprouts is easier when they are tender, then, in order not to cause injury to the buds that remain or to the branch itself, it is good to use special scissors, and leave a stump.
The ultimate goal of the scacchiatura is to reduce the number of gems within the limits set for that particular type of vineyard.

The sfemminellatura

Concerns the possible removal of the female screw − shoots and bunches of grapes that have been developed in this vintage, but originated from a dormant bud is present in the vineyard last year − badly positioned that create a pile of vegetation. If the little woman are a little strong in the sfemminellatura is at hand; if you are strong you help with the scissors, leaving a small stump and paying attention not to damage the gem ibernante.

The peeling

Is preliminary to the health and to the quality of the bunch: freed from the leaves in excess of the bunch is more ventilated, pesticides reach it easily, and enjoys a better exposure to the sun.

Conclusion

A vineyard requires careful cultivation throughout the year to produce grapes of excellent quality. Between the various operations, the shielding isimportant because it includes a series of pruning work aimed to streamline the vine shoots, basal shoots, sprouts and double the female screw that take sap to the branches that are home to the best grapes for the production, and the leaves that prevent a proper exposure to the sun of the cluster of grapes.

To perform all these operations without the help of valid equipment and professional equipment, it is practically impossible to. BFM designs and manufactures agricultural machinery and automated solutions accessory specially designed for the cultivation of vineyards, paying particular attention to the difficulties that may be encountered in hilly terrain.

Contact us to find the solution that best suits your needs: the team BFM is ready to offer you advice in the purchase and prompt assistance in post sale.