Grape Rootstocks and Related Species

This book covers 20 grape species and 150 familiar grape rootstocks, which are essential for breeding programs and adaptation to different environmental conditions. North American species account for around 30 species, and efforts to extend the gene pools for breeding programs by using other species are ongoing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 201 pages
Publication date: 17 June 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the world of grape species, focusing on approximately 20 vitally important ones for breeding programs. It also provides valuable insights into approximately 150 of the most widely recognized grape rootstocks globally. Grape rootstocks have become indispensable in ensuring the resilience and adaptability of grapevine to various environmental challenges, thereby expanding the potential for commercial grape cultivation in regions that might otherwise be overlooked. These rootstocks play a pivotal role in adapting grapevines to diverse soil conditions, encompassing factors such as soil texture, depth, nutrient availability, pH, salinity, lime content, water availability (including drought conditions), and water drainage. Moreover, rootstocks can influence the timing of crucial phenological events in grapevines, thereby impacting vineyard design. The global grape rootstock landscape is vast, with around 1500 varieties developed to date. While around 50 of these rootstocks are commonly used in commercial vineyards, the majority are derived from just three American species: Vitis berlandieri, Vitis rupestris, and Vitis riparia. This limited genetic base of commonly available rootstocks underscores the ongoing importance of expanding the gene pools for breeding programs by incorporating other species. Such efforts are crucial for the industry and scientific community to enhance the diversity and resilience of grapevines, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the grape production sector.

Weight: 349g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030994099
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022