Putting vines to the water test
CSIRO Media Release – 14 December 2009
Ref 09/220
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Photosynthesis and conductance being measured simultaneously in well-watered Cabernet Sauvignon vines during hot weather |
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The use of dendrometers allows small changes in trunk diameter to be monitored throughout the growing season. |
Image credit – Everard Edwards, CSIRO |
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Image credit – Everard Edwards, CSIRO |
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High-temperatures during deficit irrigation resulted in these Cabernet Sauvignon berries losing water and becoming shrivelled. |
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Image credit – Everard Edwards, CSIRO |
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