Influence of soil texture,
moisture and fertility on volatile and non-volatile composition of
fruit
The Centre’s research is looking at the relationship between soil environment, vine growth and fruit composition. Water stress at key developmental stages of vine growth can influence both vegetative and fruit development. The degree of stress depends on soil water availability, determined by vine rooting volume and soil type, rainfall and evapotranspiration and may be modified by management factors such as irrigation and canopy management.
