Summary

In many areas of Luxembourg, especially along the Moselle river, winemaking is carried out on hills, steep slopes and terraces with slopes greater than 30%. A premium is provided by the RDP to maintain the vineyards in such areas as a high-quality farming practice.

The premium granted to the Domain Kox vineyards covers 9.6 ha and requires a basic level of commitment by the farmer exceeding the minimum of good agricultural practices. Additional options are on offer in order to further contribute to environmental objectives, such as anti-erosion measures, biodiversity, disuse of herbicides, etc. In this case, the winegrower is using the premium to test new ecological methods.

Results

Increased accountability for environmental protection in relation to customers;

A reduction in the use of synthetic products and non use of phosphates in the vines;

Abandonment of herbicide and insecticide treatments in vineyards;

Regeneration of soil through higher biodiversity in the vineyards.