Guide pratique de la taille Guyot : prévenir les maladies du bois (French Edition) by Marco Simonit

The pruning of the vine is one of the most crucial operations in viticulture. It influences not only the quality of the grapes but also the health and longevity of the vine stock. In the Practical Guide to Guyot Pruning, Marco Simonit delves deeply into the importance of pruning to prevent wood diseases, ailments that increasingly affect vineyards worldwide.

In recent years, evolving viticultural practices, marked by mechanization and economic constraints, have often led to more aggressive pruning techniques, accelerating the onset of diseases such as esca and eutypiosis. Marco Simonit offers a solution here: precision pruning, respectful of the sap flow, which reduces the risk of significant injuries and thus extends the lifespan of the vines.

The guide draws on more than thirty years of experience in the vineyards of Italy, France, and other wine-growing regions of the world. Together with his team, Simonit has developed unique expertise in Guyot pruning, emphasizing the formation of the stocks and the optimal positioning of the shoots.

The Practical Guide to Guyot Pruning is a valuable reference for all winegrowers, whether they are experienced practitioners or young professionals in training. This 328-page manual, richly illustrated with more than 400 figures, diagrams, and photos, presents the theoretical foundations and practical applications of the Simonit & Sirch method.

Inside, you will find detailed explanations on how to respect the biology of the vine, while limiting pruning wounds and promoting better healing. Thanks to this approach, pruning becomes a major prophylactic gesture, effectively combating the decline diseases of the vine.

The main chapters of the book cover:

• The importance of precision pruning in viticulture.
• Techniques to prevent wood diseases.
• Best practices to respect the sap flow and extend the lifespan of the vine.
• Detailed explanations of the Simonit & Sirch method.

Whether you are a winegrower, trainer, or student in viticulture, this guide will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the issues related to Guyot pruning and modern methods of protecting the vines.

Additional Information:

• Title: Practical Guide to Guyot Pruning: Preventing Wood Diseases
• Author: Marco Simonit
• Publisher: France Agricole
• Collection: FA.ENV.AGRICOLE
• Publication Date: 11/02/2016
• Format: Paperback
• ISBN: 978-2-85557-478-3
• Number of Pages: 328
• Dimensions: 23.7 x 22 x 1.8 cm
• Weight: 1018 g
• Language: French

This guide is an essential tool for any winegrower wishing to optimize the health of their vines and improve the quality of their production.