Update on Chihuahuan viticulture: Planted area, varieties, and estimated production 2023
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https://doi.org/10.33064/iycuaa2025955009Keywords:
winegrowing, red grape, white grape, Vitis vinifera, ZoningAbstract
Chihuahua is the main producer of apples, walnuts, and peaches; however, these are crops that require up to 50% or more water compared to the requirements of grapevines. The state has diverse microclimates and bases on the Winkler scale, the five variable zones for wine production were identified, distributed in 17 regions. However, data on planted area, varieties and production are not updated in comparison with the crops. Therefore, a total of 50 commercial vineyards distributed in the 17 regions with the largest planted area and number of red and white grape varieties were evaluated. Vineyards established in Winkler zones with warm and very warm characteristics could present complications in the future due to the increase in temperatures caused by climate change.
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