The main goal of the Congress is to pass on knowledge to professionals that is up-to-date, useful, and easy to put into practice from a holistic perspective and to create an international scientific platform for the unique viticultural and oenological traditions of the Tokaj World Heritage Wine Region. The University of Tokaj and University of Debrecen would like to strengthen their international scientific network in the transdisciplinary fields of viticulture, oenology, wine culture and wine business through inviting lectures by top scientists, researchers and practicing professionals, worldwide known viticulturists, and winemakers. The Congress is open to scientists, students, educators, managers, policy, and decision-makers. It will consist of invited lectures, scientific sessions with oral and poster presentations, and a scientific and cultural excursion.
Although there is a particular session for Wine Economics, the Congress addresses most of the significant economic challenges encountered within all areas of wine production such as grapevine cultivation, vineyard management, mitigation of adverse impacts of climate change, use of renewable energy, wine quality and consumer preferences, circular green economies in agriculture, multifunctionality of wine enterprises to enhance economic viability, heritage conservation and sustainable wine tourism, wine gastronomy and development of successful wine marketing strategies. Deep comprehension of the economic dynamics in these sectors and a proven track record in offering innovative, effective, and efficient solutions to economic challenges in this fast-changing world are paramount.
Rákóczi Harvest House is the headquater of Tokaj Research Nonprofit Ltd., which was renovated in 2021. It is also the place for the practical adaptation of university theoretical education.