Vineyard protection in Organic Viticulture
Are you wondering whether inputs are allowed in organic farming?
Here's an overview of what you should know:
The use of synthetic chemical products is prohibited. Only phyto-pharmaceutical treatment products of natural origin, authorized by European regulations and approved by ANSES, may be used in the event of a proven threat, notably mildew.
To avoid crop damage, prevention is at the heart of organic farming practices, which is why we give priority to :
- Specially selected vine varieties
- Specific cultivation techniques
- Mechanical weed control techniques (tillage, mulching, thermal weeding, solarization)
- Biological alternatives to prevent harmful organisms (micro-organisms, fungi, bio-preparation)
- Preventive or curative treatments as a last resort (Copper-type minerals, biostimulants, natural preparations, purins, essential oils, auxiliaries).
Do you want to learn more about organic agriculture?
Check out the guide below.