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Country varieties

Genetically non-uniform group of a cultivated plant species that is composed of several morphologically and physiologically divergent varieties. They have developed autochthonously through long-lasting natural selection in a usually narrowly defined area and are therefore very well adapted to the ecological conditions in this area. This means that they can have a high resistance to, for example, drought (dryness), frost, diseases and pests. In addition, they are relatively reliable in yield because they react very flexibly to site fluctuations such as weather due to the wide dispersion of their genetic characteristics. In contrast to high-yielding varieties, they are usually less productive. In viticulture, these mostly very old grape varieties are found sporadically in vineyards or as house vines. Vine breeding institutes make great efforts to preserve them, as desirable genes can be crossed with new varieties. The varieties grouped together in Switzerland under the term " Alte Gewächse " ( old growths ) belong to the landraces (see some of them in the picture below). See also a complete list of grape variety-relevant keywords under Grapevine.

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