Prof. Mario Pezzotti

University of Verona

Professor of Agricultural Genetics at the University of Verona, co-founder of EdiVite. He has served as Director of CRI at FEM, commissioner at CREA and President of Italian Society of Agricultural Genetics.

Presentation:  
New Genomic Techniques for sustainable viticulture  

Key Points:  
• Viticulture is increasingly threatened by plant diseases and climate change.  
• Conventional grape production relies heavily on pesticides, causing environmental harm.  
• Genomic and transcriptomic advances enable precise crop improvement.  
• New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) support the development of disease-resistant grapevines without compromising quality.  
• Genetic innovation can reduce pesticide use and promote sustainable viticulture.