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Viticulturist
Viticulturists are also known as grape growers who grow grapes for the purpose of making wine.
The process starts by preparing the soil for planting the seedlings, whose growth is monitored on a regular basis. Supports, called trellises, are constructed for the young vines to grow along and to keep them up. The canopies – the way in which the leaves form a tent - like cover over the vine – are managed by the viticulturists.
Duties:
· They check the quality of the grapes
· identify and control pests and diseases
· prune and maintain the vineyard
· responsible for working out the costs of production, and have to keep abreast of changing technology
· supervise other vineyard workers and may organise the picking of grapes and the transportation of it to the winery
Where to study:
Universities: SUN
Universities of Technology: CPUT
Other: Cape Institute for Agricultural Training
Companies to work for:
Wine makers, grape farms, wine estates, self-employment
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Career Snapshot Viticulturist |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
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Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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