Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
CHLOROPHYLL
The molecule in plant tissues that gives them their green color and ab-
sorbs light from the sun for photosynthesis.
CHLOROSIS
Lack of chlorophyll in the leaves, which leads to fading and yellowing.
CLAY SOIL
Soil characterized by small particles. Typically high in nutrients and water
retentive.
CLIPS
Stiff metal wires used to secure wires to the grape stakes.
CLONE
An individual plant derived by vegetative propagation from a single original par-
ent plant. Designated by a number after the varietal name.
COMPOST
Decomposed organic matter that is used as a soil amendment to boost fertility
and improve soil structure.
CORDON
A permanent woody part of the vine that runs horizontally from the trunk and
from which the fruiting canes emerge.
COVER CROP
Low-growing annual plants grown between the rows to cover the soil.
CROP YIELD
The amount of grapes produced by a vineyard, usually measured in tons per
acre.
CRUSHING/DESTEMMING
The stage in winemaking where the grapes are crushed to re-
lease juice.
D
DE-SUCKERING
A process of cutting or pulling off unwanted shoots that emerge near the
base of the vine.
DORMANT SEASON
The period of time after leaf fall, when the photosynthetic and growth
processes of the vine stop during the colder, darker months.
