The use of commercial fungicides is commonplace in conventionally managed vineyards, often utilizing sulfur or synthetically produced formulations. With the use of these fungicides there comes an associated health risk, both to the environment and to those animals or people…
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New Formulations of Fungicide May Alter Sensory Characteristics in White Wine
Fungicides are frequently used in viticulture to treat and prevent various diseases such grey mould (Botrytis cinerea), powdery mildew (Erisiphe necator), and downy mildew (Plasmopara viticola). New formulations of fungicides are currently being tested to replace older, more controversial applications,…