Integrated protection in viticulture

The goal is to promote and coordinate research on integrated control strategies in viticulture which reduce inputs of pesticides and maximize the effects of natural enemies, thereby minimizing impacts on the environment.

The group meets as a whole every two years, whereas the subgroups can meet more frequently depending on the progress made by the participants. The main research activities concern :

• biology of insects
• biological and biotechnical control methods
• spider mites - sucking insects - predacious mites - host plant interactions
• epidemiology of diseases and forecast modelling
• side effects of pesticides on beneficials
• rational use of herbicides and green covers
• biodiversity in viticulture