Academic Units
0
Section Number
264VIT220
Instruction Method
Classroom + extended classroom
Small Vineyard Management: Spring Growth, Canopy and Care
Explore how grapevines grow and function, and how vineyard management decisions influence their development. Designed for growers and vineyard professionals seeking foundational knowledge, this course introduces grapevine anatomy and physiology, cultivar and rootstock selection, trellising and training methods, and irrigation and fertilization management.
Learn from UC Cooperative Extension advisors from across California at the Harry E. Jacob Research Vineyard & Facility in Oakville, California. This two-day intensive combines one day of classroom instruction with one day of hands-on field practice to help you connect grapevine biology with vineyard care.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify key grapevine structures and explain their functions
- Describe how cultivar and rootstock selection influence vine growth and management
- Explain how trellising and training methods shape vine structure and canopy development
- Describe irrigation and fertilization practices that support vine growth
- Associate pruning methods utilized with spring growth form and management requirements
Skills You Will Gain
- Grapevine anatomy and physiology
- Cultivar and rootstock selection
- Vine training and canopy management principles
- Irrigation and fertilization planning
Course Format and Pacing
This course is held in-person at the UCD Oakville Field Station in the Napa Valley. This is part of the UCD campus. Students will be in the classroom the first day. There will be field demonstrations the second day regardless of weather conditions. Students should dress in weather appropriate clothing. Field work appropriate footwear is encouraged. Out of consideration to other students observing the demonstrations, umbrellas are discouraged. We would also suggest that students wear a hat and sunscreen. Please be advised there will be a considerable amount of standing for long periods while students are in the field.
Meals and Breaks
Morning refreshments and lunch will not be provided. Please bring a brown bag lunch each day. You will have a one-hour lunch break.
Location
Section Notes
Access to your course in Canvas will be available 7 days before the course start date. Please note that course start and end dates, as well as live sessions (if applicable), are subject to change.
Enrollment Policies
Drop requests (withdraw with a refund) will be approved, less a $50 processing fee, if the request is received before the refund deadline. View complete enrollment policy information, including details on withdrawals and transfers.
Refund Deadline: 4/29/2027. Refunds and/or enrollment transfers will not be approved after this date.
Students enrolling after the first day of class are expected to reach out to their instructor to make sure they receive all content and are on track with the course.
Technical Requirements
To ensure your success in this course, please review our technical requirements page. https://cpe.ucdavis.edu/areas-study/online-programs/technical-requirements
Discounts
CAAA Member Discount
CAAA Member Discount
Current members of the Cal Aggie Alumni Association (CAAA) and other UC alumni associations receive 10% off the course fee of one course per quarter, not to exceed $100. If you don't have your discount code, contact CAAA at [email protected] to request it.