Research and Development for Sustainable Viticulture (VitiSmart) by Fera Science Ltd
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS · Awarded contract
AwardedResearch and Development for Sustainable Viticulture (VitiSmart) by Fera Science Ltd
Awarded 30 Apr 2016
Awarded30 Apr 2016
Value£139,226.00
SupplierFera Science Ltd
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 7y 6mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 30 Apr 2016Expired 29 Apr 2019
About
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs awarded a contract to Fera Science Ltd for research and development toward sustainable viticulture, specifically the VitiSmart project, which aims to improve grapevine productivity and tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses by combining resistant cultivars and beneficial microorganisms.
The contract value is AUD 139,226.
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