In viticulture, understanding the process of photoinhibition, where leaves are unable to dissipate all the energy they receive, is essential for maintaining vine health. Knowing how to counteract leaf yellowing and degradation can significantly impact grape quality and vineyard resilience.
This post explores the two key benefits of kaolin application: its cooling effect and its role in supporting leaf function recovery.
In this video extract, taken from the presentation “Climate Change in Vineyards: Water, Heat, and Light Stress” by Stefano Poni of the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy, we dive into the technical insights behind these mechanisms.
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