Short course

Grape Pruning

Learn all you need to know about commercial pruning of grapevines for wine production. 

This is a five-day course run in the Central Campus Vineyard, from 9.00am - 3.00pm each day.

When

16 June 25
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM –
19 June 25
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Where

Otago Polytechnic
11 Bannockburn Road
Cromwell, Otago 9310,
New Zealand

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About the course 

This course is run in the Central Otago Campus vineyard. 

You'll learn: 

  • Pruning and training of grapevines with a focus on vine balance
  • Maintenance of pruning equipment
  • Health and safety in the vineyard.

Materials and clothing

Please wear warm clothing suitable for learning in an outdoor environment. All materials and equipment are supplied for this course.

Fee

$350

For more information please contact donna.jones@op.ac.nzcentral@op.ac.nz or phone Central Campus on 0800 765 9276. 

Please note: Student loans are not available for short courses and night classes.