With the 1st Bernburg Wine Workshop, the Wine Institute of Anhalt University of Applied Sciences invites you to the "Waladala" teaching and experimental vineyard on April 27, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event offers interested parties a platform for exchange, new impulses and practical insights into modern viticulture in the region. There are still places available for the event.
The focus is on a varied program that combines current research with practical experience: To kick things off, results from the 2025 trials at the training and experimental vineyard will be presented. Practitioners from the region will then report on their experiences, such as those on safeguarding plant protection in the vineyard in Crüchern. Other items on the program are dedicated to the path "from vine to wine" and shed light on questions of quality management in viticulture. Ecological aspects also play a role: current research results on the promotion of biodiversity in vineyards will be presented. There will also be a special focus on the regional grape varieties "Blauer Bernburger" and "Roter Aderstedter". Insights into specific challenges in processing will be provided here. The workshop will be rounded off with contributions on public relations work in viticulture as well as the presentation and tasting of selected wines.
In addition to the specialist presentations, there will be time for discussions, exchange of experiences and networking between hobby and commercial winegrowers and all those interested in wine.
With this workshop, the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences is building on existing initiatives in the region. In particular, the Bernburg local history association and numerous committed hobby winegrowers have helped to revive the winegrowing tradition in recent years. With the "Waladala" training and experimental vineyard, the university is also creating an important basis for the further development of viticulture under the conditions of climate change.
Viticulture has a long history in the lower Saale valley: it was first mentioned in documents as early as 1090. After disappearing at the beginning of the 20th century, interest in the old tradition is growing again today - supported by committed initiatives, amateur winegrowers and scientific support.
Note for media representatives:
At 11:00 a.m., participants will plant two vines of the "Blauer Bernburger" variety together. These will green the new pergola in front of the wine cellars. Two olive trees will also be handed over. There will also be an opportunity for a press conference. Representatives of the university will be available for questions and background discussions. Registration is requested.
