Reducing environmental and economic cost of leaf diseases’ management on grapes
Join our project aiming to reduce grape leaf disease management costs and environmental impact. You will evaluate disease prevalence on different grape cultivars and test organic pesticides efficacy with different disease forecasting models. By leveraging resistant cultivars and accurate forecasting, we aim to reduce pesticide usage and toxicity while maintaining effective disease control. This research supports sustainable viticulture practices, crucial for the long-term sustainable agriculture.
Anticipated Time Commitment:
- 12 to 14 weeks with 23-28 hours per week between May 20 (earliest start) and August 30 (latest finish)
Project Duration:
- Summer 2024, with continuation possible.
Compensation:
- Paid hourly
To Apply:
- Fill out this Google Form: Application Form
Gaining experience in our project offers you to learn the practical aspects of viticulture and plant disease management, and the mentorship. The focus on hands-on learning is essential for a thorough grasp of viticulture practices and plant pathology. Working closely with experts in the vineyard and diagnosing plant diseases, you will acquire key skills. These competencies are not just academically beneficial but are also highly valuable in fields such as plant biology, horticulture, environmental sciences, and ecology, in addition to the numerous networking and career development opportunities.