Description
Manage the parts of the vine visible above ground to improve grape yields, quality, and vigour. Prevent grape diseases, uneven grape ripening, sunburn, and frost damage.
Includes maintaining canopy within protocols established by Vineyard Consultant
Alternative labels
canopy managing
canopy tending
tend canopy
managing canopy
tending canopy
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Manage canopy is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Vineyard machinery operator: Vineyard machinery operators carry out practical activities related to cultivation, propagation of grape varieties and production of wine with specialised machinery or equipment.
Vineyard worker: Vineyard workers carry out manual activities related to cultivation, propagation of grape varieties and the production and/or packaging of wines.
Optional skill
Manage canopy is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Manage canopy – ESCO
