{"id":37336,"date":"2026-02-13T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veganic.bio\/veganics-integrated-grapevine-protection-at-the-beginning-of-the-vegetative-cycle\/"},"modified":"2026-07-22T20:31:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T20:31:32","slug":"veganics-integrated-grapevine-protection-at-the-beginning-of-the-vegetative-cycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veganic.bio\/en-in\/veganics-integrated-grapevine-protection-at-the-beginning-of-the-vegetative-cycle\/","title":{"rendered":"Veganic\u2019s Integrated Grapevine Protection at the Beginning of the Vegetative Cycle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The beginning of the vegetative cycle is one of the most critical stages in vineyard disease management. As the vine resumes physiological activity and new tissues develop, young shoots and leaves become highly susceptible to fungal infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During this stage, vineyard protection strategies must focus on structured, preventive approaches that strengthen plant resilience, optimize crop protection programs, and reduce reliance on conventional fungicides\u2014without compromising efficacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Main Grapevine Diseases at the Start of the Growing Season: Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew and Trunk Diseases<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Downy Mildew (<em>Plasmopara viticola<\/em>)<\/strong><br>Favored by moisture and mild temperatures, downy mildew can spread rapidly, affecting leaves and clusters and reducing photosynthetic capacity and yield potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Powdery Mildew (<em>Erysiphe necator<\/em>)<\/strong><br>Less dependent on rainfall but equally aggressive, powdery mildew directly impacts grape quality and can compromise final wine performance if not managed preventively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grapevine Trunk Diseases (Esca and Eutypa Dieback)<\/strong><br>These structural diseases weaken the vine internally, reduce vigor, and negatively affect vineyard longevity and productivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As regulatory pressure in Europe continues to limit conventional active substances, growers are increasingly integrating biological tools into Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. This shift aligns with the Veganic Food Care concept, where crop protection goes beyond technical efficacy to ensure food safety, residue reduction, and biodiversity preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Veganic Strategy for Integrated Grapevine Protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Veganic, our vineyard protection model is based on a comprehensive agronomic approach: anticipate infection, reinforce plant physiology, and act directly on pathogens when required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than relying solely on contact fungicides, our strategy combines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early activation of natural plant defenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preventive biological colonization of plant tissues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduction of inoculum and fungal pressure at critical stages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compatibility with both conventional and organic farming systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This approach reduces dependency on copper and synthetic fungicides while maintaining performance, supporting a balance between vineyard productivity and sustainability. Within this framework, two complementary biological solutions play a key role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Belvine\u00ae \u2014 Preventive Defense Activation Against Downy and Powdery Mildew<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Belvine\u00ae is formulated with ABE-IT 56 (32.56%), derived from <em>Saccharomyces cerevisiae<\/em>, and registered in Spain (ES-01430) and Portugal (1933). It is also approved for organic agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its mode of action is physiological: it activates the salicylic acid and jasmonic acid pathways, preparing the vine before infection occurs. Through a combination of physical barrier, systemic signaling, and biochemical defense activation, Belvine\u00ae strengthens the plant\u2019s natural resistance to downy and powdery mildew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Integrated into vineyard spray programs, it contributes to reducing copper and sulfur inputs and supports residue-free production systems, enhancing crop resilience during key vegetative stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vintec\u00ae \u2014 Internal Biological Protection Against Grapevine Trunk Diseases<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vintec\u00ae contains <em>Trichoderma atroviride<\/em> strain SC1, the only foliar-applied Trichoderma specifically designed to colonize aerial plant tissues. It is registered in Spain (ES-00468), France (2022-1133), Italy (17059), Greece (4198\/116775), and Cyprus (3602).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its multi-mode action includes mycoparasitism, nutrient and space competition, enzymatic activity, and stimulation of plant defense mechanisms. Thanks to its internal colonization capacity, Vintec\u00ae effectively controls Eutypa dieback and other grapevine trunk diseases, establishing persistent biological protection from within.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It provides efficacy exceeding 21 days, is compatible with conventional fungicides, and leaves no chemical residues, positioning it as a differentiated tool within sustainable vineyard disease control strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\"\ndata-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUlMUlOCkn4\/\"\ndata-instgrm-version=\"14\"\nstyle=\"background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; margin: 1px; max-width:540px; width:100%;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\"\ndata-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQq1ya9iueY\/\"\ndata-instgrm-version=\"14\"\nstyle=\"background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; margin: 1px; max-width:540px; width:100%;\">\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Grapevine Protection Model Aligned with Sustainable Viticulture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The combination of physiological activation and internal biocontrol enables:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Long-term reduction of fungal pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved vineyard stability and yield consistency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full compatibility with IPM and organic farming systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transition toward more efficient and responsible viticulture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Veganic, we operate with a clear vision: innovate today to protect vineyards and build a more sustainable future for the next generations. We develop effective, respectful biosolutions aligned with the evolution of modern agriculture\u2014combining science, ethics, and productive performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Integrating Belvine\u00ae and Vintec\u00ae into Vineyard Crop Protection Programs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The integration of Belvine\u00ae and Vintec\u00ae into vineyard spray programs allows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2714 Preventive management of downy and powdery mildew<br>\u2714 Protection against grapevine trunk diseases<br>\u2714 Reduced reliance on conventional fungicides<br>\u2714 Advancement toward sustainable vineyard management systems<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Veganic, our technical expertise is available to support the development of tailored grapevine protection strategies adapted to each production reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For further information: <strong><a href=\"mailto:info@veganic.bio\">info@veganic.bio<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The beginning of the vegetative cycle is one of the most critical stages in vineyard disease management. 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