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Viticulture & Enology

Major and Graduate program

One of the top viticulture and enology programs in the world

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell is home to one of the top viticulture and enology programs in the world and is internationally recognized for its expertise in breeding table, juice and wine grapes adapted to cool climate growing regions.

From developing innovative trellis systems, to breeding new varieties, to managing pests and nutrients, to siting vineyards and maximizing ‘terroir,’ to perfecting the art and science of wine making, Cornell’s teaching, research, and extension in viticulture and enology offer unsurpassed opportunities for grape growers and wine makers, as well as undergraduate and graduate students. 

Close up of Grape Pomace

News

Wine’s leftovers could help wean chicken farms off antibiotics

A new study finds that grape pomace – the skins, seeds and stems left over from winemaking – may match the growth-promoting effects of antibiotic additives in broiler chickens, without the public health risks.

  • Food Science
  • Viticulture and Enology
  • Fruits
hand holding grape cluster with rot

Field Note

Sour Rot in Grapes: alternative management strategies update
Sour rot is a potentially devastating, late-season bunch rot of particular concern on tight clustered grapevine varieties in warm, wet years. This causes the disease to have sporadic effects on grape harvests, with some years showing only small...
  • Cornell Integrated Pest Management
  • Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section
  • Viticulture and Enology
hand holding grapes (left) & grape leaves with UV blotches (right)

Report

Multi-faceted Approaches to Vineyard Pathology Management for 2026

  • Cornell Integrated Pest Management
  • Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section
  • Viticulture and Enology
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