Engineering ServicesISCO 3142
Viticulture adviser
Viticulture advisers advise on improving vineyard production and wine-making.
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Rate 5 of the 17 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
control grape quality
manage nutrients
advise on fertiliser and herbicide
advise on grape quality improvement
advise on plant mineral nutrition
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (17)
types of winetypes of wineThe large variety of wines, including the different types, regions and special characteristics of each. The process behind the wine such as grape varietals, fermentation procedures and the types of cr...raisin grapesraisin grapesThe rules and conditions for growing raisin grapes: characteristics of the vine and growing regulations.pest control in plantspest control in plantsTypes and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environment...horticulture principleshorticulture principlesThe standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.table grapes manipulationtable grapes manipulationThe growing practices for both new and existing table grape cultivars; trellis design, canopy and fruit management, vine physiology including light and carbohydrate issues, growth regulators and girdl...plant disease controlplant disease controlTypes and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental an...control grape qualitycontrol grape qualityDiscuss the quality and quantity of the grapes with viticulturists throughout the growing season.manage nutrientsmanage nutrientsCollect and process samples of soil and plant tissue. Supervise application of lime and fertilisers.advise on fertiliser and herbicideadvise on fertiliser and herbicideProvide advice on types of fertilisers and herbicides, their usage and best time to apply them.advise on grape quality improvementadvise on grape quality improvementAdvise on methods and procedures to improve the quality of grapes.advise on plant mineral nutritionadvise on plant mineral nutritionAdvise on protocols for plant growth parameters, content and composition of ions, soil analysis, flux measurement and high throughput analysis through public facilities.advise on wine quality improvementadvise on wine quality improvementAdvise on wine quality improvement especially related to technical aspects of vineyard cultivation.develop grape growing techniquesdevelop grape growing techniquesDevelop growing techniques for wine grapes to improve wine quality and returns. Work on trellis design, canopy and fruit management, plant physiology, growth regulators, vine capacity and crop load de...control wine qualitycontrol wine qualityTaste the wine and strive to improve the quality. Develop new styles of wine. Making sure that quality is maintained during all production stages, including when it is bottled. Records quality checks ...monitor winemaking processmonitor winemaking processConducts wine making and monitors processing steps. Supervises and participates in the bottling and labelling work.monitor water qualitymonitor water qualityMeasure water quality: temperature, oxygen, salinity, pH, N2, NO2,NH4, CO2, turbidity, chlorophyll. Monitor microbiological water quality.advise on nitrate pollutionadvise on nitrate pollutionAdvise on the impact and consequences of pollution (including land pollution due to fertilisers) caused by nitrous oxide emissions which contribute to depletion of the ozone layer and suggest solution...
Optional (12) — show
organic farmingorganic farmingPrinciples, techniques and regulations of organic farming. Organic farming or ecological agriculture is an agricultural production method, which places a strong emphasis on environmental protection an...irrigation systemsirrigation systemsThe methods and systems management in irrigation.e-agriculturee-agricultureThe design and application of innovative ICT solutions in agriculture, horticulture, viniculture, fishery, forestry and livestock management.agronomyagronomyThe study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. It includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for ...agroecologyagroecologyThe study and application of ecological and agronomic concepts and principles to agricultural production systems.develop personal skillsdevelop personal skillsSet goals for personal development and act accordingly. Plan personal development by analysing work experience and establishing areas that need development. Takes part in training sessions considering...develop irrigation strategiesdevelop irrigation strategiesPlan the deployment of methods and procedures for watering the land by artificial means, taking into account strategies for water use sustainability. Put in place measures for safe re-use of water, im...provide tourism related informationprovide tourism related informationGive customers relevant information about historical and cultural locations and events while conveying this information in an entertaining and informative manner.develop dried-on-vine raisin production systemsdevelop dried-on-vine raisin production systemsDesign the infrastructure to support the development of dried-in-vine production systems, such as trellis.promote sustainabilitypromote sustainabilityPromote the concept of sustainability to the public, colleagues and fellow professionals through speeches, guided tours, displays and workshops.advise on irrigation projectsadvise on irrigation projectsAdvise on the construction of irrigation projects. Review contractor orders to ensure the compatibility of the design with installation concepts and pre-existent grounds master plan. Monitor the contr...conduct public presentationsconduct public presentationsSpeak in public and interact with those present. Prepare notices, plans, charts, and other information to support the presentation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a viticulture adviser do?
Viticulture advisers advise on improving vineyard production and wine-making.
What skills does a viticulture adviser need?
A viticulture adviser needs 17 essential skills, including types of wine, raisin grapes, pest control in plants, horticulture principles, table grapes manipulation.
Will AI replace viticulture adviser jobs?
The AI disruption score for viticulture adviser is 22/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: monitor water quality, provide tourism related information, types of wine. Most resilient: raisin grapes, develop personal skills, develop dried-on-vine raisin production systems.
AI Replacement Risk
22/ 100
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Quick Facts
SectorEngineering Services
ISCO GroupScience and engineering associate professionals
Essential Skills17
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