An Effective Method of Using Ozone Generator in Viticulture Instead of Pesticides

Tsivtsivadze, Giorgi; Burjanadze, Giorgi; Akhalbedashvili, Giorgi

doi:10.25673/123066

Proceedings of International Conference on Applied Innovation in IT · 2025/12/22 · Vol. 13 · Issue 5 · pp. 461–466

An Effective Method of Using Ozone Generator in Viticulture Instead of Pesticides

Giorgi Tsivtsivadze, Giorgi Burjanadze, Giorgi Kekelidze and Lali Akhalbedashvili

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Abstract

This study addresses the challenge of developing sustainable and environmentally friendly viticulture practices by proposing an alternative to conventional pesticide use based on ozonated water treatment. The method involves the application of ozone dissolved in water at controlled concentrations, adjusted according to environmental conditions such as rainfall and temperature. Field experiments were conducted over two years in vineyards of the Bolnisi region (Georgia) on different grape varieties, including Saperavi, Chinuri, and Rkatsiteli. The proposed approach demonstrates that ozonated water can effectively replace chemical pesticides while maintaining plant health and reducing environmental impact. Experimental results indicate that the method preserves the chemical composition of grapes, soil, and vine leaves, without increasing heavy metal accumulation. Moreover, an increase of approximately 30% in resveratrol content in vine leaves was observed, while quercetin levels remained stable. The findings confirm that ozone-based treatment represents a cost-effective, energy-efficient, and sustainable solution for viticulture. This approach is particularly suitable for small-scale farmers, as it reduces dependency on agrochemicals and supports the production of safer and nutritionally valuable agricultural products.

Keywords

Photovoltaic Ozone Energy Efficient Cost Efficient. Microelements Nutritional Value.

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