Novel Insights into Sustainable Viticulture

Dear Colleagues,

As the global demand for high-quality, sustainably produced wine grows, innovative approaches in viticulture are paramount. This Special Issue, titled "Novel Insights into Sustainable Viticulture", invites researchers and practitioners to contribute their latest findings and methodologies in the propagation and cultivation of grapevines.

This Special Issue aims to highlight advancements in grapevine propagation that enhance sustainability, focusing on both traditional and cutting-edge techniques that ensure genetic integrity, disease resistance, and environmental adaptability. We encourage submissions that explore a range of topics, including but not limited to clonal selection, hybridization, the use of rootstocks, biotechnological innovations, and organic practices.

Moreover, contributions may cover improvements in water and nutrient management, pest and disease control strategies that minimize chemical inputs, and the integration of biodiversity to bolster ecosystem resilience. Furthermore, we are interested in research that applies precision agriculture technologies to optimize vineyard management and ensure the sustainability of viticulture practices.

This Special Issue will serve as a comprehensive resource for horticulturists, agronomists, researchers, and industry stakeholders who are at the forefront of transforming grape cultivation to meet modern challenges while maintaining the highest quality of grape production. Through collaborative research, we aim to foster viticultural practices that are productive, sustainable, and adaptable to changing climatic conditions.

Submissions of original research articles, review papers, and case studies are welcome. We look forward to your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Xiangyu Sun
Dr. Yu Wang
Dr. Xiangyi Li
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Horticulturae is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2200 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• grape quality
• aroma
• colour
• cultivation